Accountant

First National Bank of Hutchinson•Hutchinson, KS

About The Position

Responsible for accounts payable processing, account reconciliations, investment accounting support, and other accounting functions necessary to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and operational efficiency. The duties listed are not all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned as necessary. The role processes invoices and employee reimbursements, administers the corporate credit card program, reconciles cash and other accounts, reviews daily system proofs, and assists with month-end and quarter-end close activities. It also maintains investment accounting records and supports reconciliations, journal entries, amortization schedules, and quarterly reporting. The position must follow internal controls, segregation-of-duty requirements, company policies, and applicable laws and regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and Office of Foreign Assets Control requirements. The accountant works independently or as part of a team, communicates professionally with clients, colleagues, and outside vendors, and handles sensitive and confidential matters with discretion. Work is primarily sedentary and performed indoors in a climate-controlled shared work area. Extended hours may be required or requested by management.

Requirements

Associate degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent combinations of education and accounting experience will be considered.
Three or more years of accounting, bookkeeping, or accounts payable experience preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and general accounting software.
Ability to communicate openly and in a service-oriented manner using appropriate, professional language and grammar.
Ability to work proactively with clients and fellow team members.
Ability to maintain regular, predictable attendance.
Ability to work independently or with limited supervision and effectively as part of a team.
Ability to read and carry out written instructions and follow oral instructions; ability to speak clearly and deliver information in a logical, understandable sequence.
Ability to interact calmly and professionally with diverse personalities at different organizational levels and provide discreet, high-quality customer service.
Ability to work extended hours when required or requested by management.
Ability to work accurately and effectively under deadline stress, manage a fast pace, and handle multiple, simultaneous, changing priorities.
Ability to exercise discretion with confidential internal and external matters.
Ability to perform primarily sedentary work with limited exertion, occasional lifting up to 10 pounds, and stair climbing or descending in an emergency.
Ability to operate routine office equipment and routinely work on a computer for an average of 6–8 hours per day when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Experience with iCore, the core banking system.
Familiarity with banking accounting processes, regulatory reporting, or financial institution operations.
Knowledge of general ledger reconciliations.
Experience preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.
Experience with fixed asset accounting.
Strong Excel and analytical skills.
Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Ability to meet month-end and quarter-end deadlines.

Responsibilities

Process accounts payable invoices, ensuring proper coding, approvals, documentation, and timely payment.
Verify invoices, approvals, and supporting documentation in accordance with established internal control procedures.
Review and process employee expense reimbursements in accordance with bank policy.
Administer the bank's corporate credit card program, including reconciliation and expense review.
Perform monthly reconciliation and audit preparation for general ledger cash accounts.
Review daily system proofs, correct out-of-balance conditions, communicate needed corrections to appropriate personnel, and address system errors.
Perform reconciliations for Federal Reserve Bank, Federal Home Loan Bank, and other assigned accounts.
Assist with month-end and quarter-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries and supporting schedules.
Maintain investment accounting records and support monthly reconciliations, journal entries, amortization schedules, and quarterly reporting requirements.
Follow established internal controls, segregation-of-duty requirements, and accounting procedures to safeguard bank assets.
Comply with company policies and procedures and applicable laws and regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and Office of Foreign Assets Control requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.