Business Unit Accountant

Regions Bank•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Regions, the Business Unit Accountant provides accounting support to assigned business unit. Performs general accounting tasks that may include, but are not limited to, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and preparing summaries or supporting documentation for reports. All work is performed in accordance with company policy and procedures, generally accepted accounting principles, and appropriate standards and regulations. This position provides timely and accurate financial reports to management while supporting and leading the business unit accounting functions in the efficient handling of day to day operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field and three (3) years of accounting or directly related experience
Or High School Diploma and seven (7) years of directly related experience
Ability to build relationships with peers and complete assignments in a team environment and independently
Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
Strong attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Experience with Tax Accounting

Responsibilities

Maintains and reconciles general ledger and subsidiary ledger accounts of assigned business unit
Prepares special accounting reports for management or regulatory authorities
Investigates potential problems and gathers appropriate data for solutions
Prepares and completes month end reporting of business unit results
Conducts financial analyses, audits, and/or investigations businesses expenses
Assists in developing and monitoring accounting internal control programs for assigned unit
Provides advice to financial managers and other accountants on unusual and difficult accounting systems and/or operations problems
Analyzes financial information for the purpose of providing direction and support, making recommendations, maximizing use of funds and ensuring overall operations are within budget
Reconciles other general ledger accounts as assigned
Prepares ad hoc analysis for management
Assists company external auditors and internal auditors, as needed, to ensure an efficient and effective audit process
Resolves disputed items and answer routine inquiries
Performs balance sheet reconciliations as needed