Accountant I

Gateway First Bank•Jenks, OK

About The Position

Gateway First Bank is searching for an Accountant I that will handle reconciliations from all lines of business, month end close and participate in preparing the call report. Banking industry exp preferred. The right person will really enjoy digging in and asking questions, not just processing the numbers. We look forward to meeting you! Accountant I JOB SUMMARY: The Accountant I is responsible for the record keeping of the investment portfolio accounting as well as the monitoring and completion of various account reconciliations.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of accounting reconciliations, reporting, and recordkeeping.
Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Basic knowledge of bank accounting policies, practices, and procedures.
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail skills.
Ability to handle completion of tasks under the pressure of tight deadlines and flexibility to handle changing priorities.
Ability to interact with vendors and internal staff.
Ability to work independently.
Exemplifies the Gateway Values: Growth Oriented, Make a Difference, Get it Done" Attitude, Team Player, Do the Right Thing.
High School Diploma or Associates Degree required. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related area preferred.
0-2 years' experience in accounting, banking, or other financial services.

Nice To Haves

Experience in banking industry preferred.
FIS Horizon, general ledger experience, and Blackline reconciliation experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Monitors and reconciles the cash and deposit accounts.
Prepares assigned schedules for the call report and other regulatory filings.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors and cross functional departments, to support research and information requests.
Prepares journal entries for month-end close, as well as variance explanations for material variances month-over-month.
Reconciles general ledger accounts and performs oversight of the completion of all account reconciliations for all entities.
Review desktop procedures for accuracy and completeness.
Exercises awareness with regard to possible suspicious activity, money laundering or fraudulent behavior and reports any such incidents to the BSA department. Performs all job functions in compliance with all company policies and federal, state, and local laws and regulations as applicable to the position, including, but not limited to BSA/AML, OFAC and GLBA/privacy rules.
Performs related responsibilities as special projects are required or assigned.

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