Associate I, Accounting (DFS)

First National Bank of Omaha•Omaha, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Summary of the Job: The Staff Accountant position is generally responsible for daily A/P & A/R processing, reconciliation of assigned daily general ledger accounts and month end bank reconciliations. Normal work hours for this position are Monday – Friday 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., with the last business day of the month being 8:00 A.M. to completion of all assigned duties. The Staff Accountant reports to the Accounting Manager. About This Role: 1. Daily reconciliation of A/R system to the general ledger and assigned clearing accounts. 2. Perform accounts receivable tasks for insurance entities. 3. Review cash receipts and initiate transfer of cash to appropriate dda accounts. 4. Run the day end processes needed to close the current day's accounting processes to the general ledger. 5. Daily, process payments and make requested adjustments to contracts serviced, including contract amendments. 6. Perform reconciliations of assigned bank and general ledger accounts. 7. Post daily and monthly general ledger journal entries to the general ledger. 8. Complete and distribute analysis of monthly contract activities. 9. Perform A/P duties for all entities. 10. Provide back up and or assistance for Accounting Department staff. 11. Develop Staff Accountant procedure manual, ensuring content is up-to-date and accurate. 12. Exhibits professional behavior, conscientious about punctuality & attendance, demonstrates strong commitment to customer service and promotes positive working relationships. 13. Understand and adhere to all company policy, laws, and regulations applicable to role. The Ideal Candidate for This Role: Bachelor degree in Accounting Two-three years of related experience, Equipment Leasing/Financial Services experience is preferred. Knowledge of accounting principles and practices, and the analysis and reporting of financial data. Proficient in Excel Attention to detail and demonstrated organizational and time management skills. Ability to develop and execute on plans for accomplishing assigned work and setting priorities with a proper sense of urgency. Self-motivated team player. Good customer service skills including excellent oral and written communication skills. Experience using InfoLease and Microsoft Great Plains software preferred but not required Candidates must possess unrestricted work authorization and not require future sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor degree in Accounting
Two-three years of related experience
Knowledge of accounting principles and practices, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Proficient in Excel
Attention to detail and demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
Ability to develop and execute on plans for accomplishing assigned work and setting priorities with a proper sense of urgency.
Self-motivated team player.
Good customer service skills including excellent oral and written communication skills.
Candidates must possess unrestricted work authorization and not require future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Equipment Leasing/Financial Services experience is preferred.
Experience using InfoLease and Microsoft Great Plains software preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Daily reconciliation of A/R system to the general ledger and assigned clearing accounts.
Perform accounts receivable tasks for insurance entities.
Review cash receipts and initiate transfer of cash to appropriate dda accounts.
Run the day end processes needed to close the current day's accounting processes to the general ledger.
Daily, process payments and make requested adjustments to contracts serviced, including contract amendments.
Perform reconciliations of assigned bank and general ledger accounts.
Post daily and monthly general ledger journal entries to the general ledger.
Complete and distribute analysis of monthly contract activities.
Perform A/P duties for all entities.
Provide back up and or assistance for Accounting Department staff.
Develop Staff Accountant procedure manual, ensuring content is up-to-date and accurate.
Exhibits professional behavior, conscientious about punctuality & attendance, demonstrates strong commitment to customer service and promotes positive working relationships.
Understand and adhere to all company policy, laws, and regulations applicable to role.