Director of Accounting

Ameris Bank • Atlanta, GA

2d

About The Position

The Director of Accounting supports finance management, helps formulate internal controls and processes, and supervises accounting staff for assigned business units. The role oversees general accounting and general ledger activities, ensures business transactions are recorded in accordance with U.S. GAAP and regulatory guidance, and supports the controller and other finance leaders with reporting, analysis, audits, tax matters, and acquisitions. The Director also develops KPI and KRI reporting and supports employee staffing, training, evaluation, and development.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of progressive experience.
• Prior supervisory experience.
• Banking experience.
• Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Knowledge of general ledger and MS Office applications.
• Excel skills, including working knowledge of basic formulas and pivot tables.
• Knowledge of accounting systems.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.

Nice To Haves

• Data management experience.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• CPA or MBA.

Responsibilities

• Supervises general accounting staff supporting assigned business units.
• Manages general ledger activities, including preparing and approving journal entries.
• Liaises with assigned business units to ensure corporate business activities are recorded in accordance with GAAP and regulatory guidance.
• Establishes, documents, and maintains internal controls and processes.
• Establishes and maintains accounting checklists and timelines.
• Ensures accurate and timely balance sheet reconciliations and identifies operational risks that need to be addressed.
• Supervises preparation of external reporting footnotes.
• Performs technical accounting research and assists with developing accounting policies.
• Assists the controller with materials and communications for external tax accountants and auditors.
• Assists the controller in analyzing performance, expense trends, and similar matters.
• Assists the controller and other finance leaders with integration and recordation of acquired and merged entities.
• Develops and maintains KPI and KRI reporting.
• Assists the controller with staffing decisions; trains, evaluates, and mentors employees to support their performance, development, and growth.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance; coverage eligibility begins on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Life insurance provided at no additional cost.
• Accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Paid sick and vacation leave.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Volunteer/service day.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of 50% of the first 8% of employee contributions.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Health savings account.
• Health reimbursement arrangement.
• Supplemental life and other insurance plans.
• Identity theft protection.
• Pet insurance.
• Legal insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee advocacy program.
• Entertainment discounts through Tickets at Work.
• AT&T employee discount.
• Wellness discounts for medical premiums and other rewards.
• Employee referral incentive.
• Education assistance.
• Employee Resource Groups.
• Free interest checking.
• Free safe deposit box.
• Free money orders, travelers’ checks, and cashier checks.
• Discount on mortgage origination fee.
• Free online banking and unlimited online bill payment.
• Employee banking perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director