Accounting Clerk-Senior

Huntington National Bank•Bowling Green, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Insurance Senior Accounting Clerk performs a broad range of advanced accounting and bookkeeping functions to support accurate financial reporting, account reconciliation, and transaction processing. This role applies established accounting principles, exercises sound judgment in resolving discrepancies, and may provide guidance to less experienced team members.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
1+ years experience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or related financial operations experience
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Insurance experience
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, lookups)
Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial controls, and reconciliation processes.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial recordkeeping.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manage competing deadlines, and work independently.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
Experience supporting audits, financial reporting, and month-end close activities.

Responsibilities

Review, analyze, code, and reconcile a variety of financial transactions, invoices, vouchers, account records, and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
Prepare, post, and maintain journal entries, account adjustments, accruals, and other accounting transactions.
Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies, identifying and resolving issues in a timely manner.
Verify the completeness, accuracy, and consistency of financial records and supporting documentation.
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
Prepare financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and expense analyses as needed.
Support internal and external audit requests by gathering and validating required documentation.
Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
Provide guidance, training, and work direction to junior accounting clerks and other administrative staff, as applicable.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.