Accounting Manager, Corporate Accounting, South Bend, IN

1st Source Bank•South Bend, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for overseeing and managing accounting functions; establishing and enforcing proper accounting methods, policies and controls; and reviewing consolidated financial statements. This role involves managing accounting functions such as SEC Reporting, Regulatory Reporting, Mortgage Accounting, Accounts Payable, Financial Statements, Variance Analysis, and Investment Accounting, as well as the accounting for various subsidiaries. The position also facilitates external audits, reviews financial reports, oversees budget and forecast preparation, and addresses accounting issues with relevant personnel. A key aspect of this role is staying current with new accounting and regulatory standards (GAAP), determining their impact on financial statements and disclosures, and coordinating the implementation of necessary changes. The manager is also responsible for supervising assigned staff, including hiring, performance appraisals, promotions, salary recommendations, and terminations. Additionally, the role requires regular and predictable attendance, completion of all compliance training, and adherence to applicable laws and regulations.

Requirements

Prior public accounting and/or corporate accounting experience required.
Strong knowledge of GAAP.
Must have an understanding in consolidated financial statement preparation.
Advanced PC skills--proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel essential.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Good organizational skills.
Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and make decisions.
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Bachelor’s Degree in accounting required.

Nice To Haves

Seven (7) or more years of related experience preferred.
Supervisory experience preferred.
Knowledge of PC based accounting systems a plus.
CPA or MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversees and/or manages accounting functions (i.e., SEC Reporting, Regulatory Reporting, Mortgage Accounting, Accounts Payable, Financial Statements, Variance Analysis, Investment Accounting) as assigned as well as the accounting for various subsidiaries.
Facilitates external audits of financial statements, regulatory filings and benefits plans as assigned.
Reviews various reports prepared by accountants for accuracy and content.
Oversees budget and forecast preparation for assigned subsidiaries or cost centers.
Works directly with accountants and/or operations personnel on accounting issues.
Monitors new accounting/regulatory standards and stays abreast of current accounting (GAAP) rules.
Determines impact to financial statements or regulatory reports including related footnote disclosures and internal controls.
Coordinates the implementation of necessary changes.
Responsible for the supervision of assigned staff and exercises the usual authority of a manager concerning hiring, performance appraisals, promotions, salary recommendations, and terminations.
Responsible for the completion of all compliance training related to the position.
Must understand all applicable laws and regulations that apply to the position and complies with the requirements.
Evaluates and makes appropriate improvements to internal accounting processes ensuring that practices are in line with the overall goals of the organization and internal controls.
Serves as a member of the Finance Business Planning team and/or Vendor Management Committee.
Performs all other duties as assigned.