Finance Specialist Part-Time

SHELBY COUNTY STATE BANK • Harlan, IA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Finance Specialist will primarily lead the wire transfer department. In addition, provide accounting support in the areas of accounts payable, Call Reporting, and general Finance duties. This position reports directly to the CFO. The Finance Specialist will serve as the primary point of contact and first line of responsibility for the Bank’s wire transfer department, overseeing the daily processing, review, and completion of incoming and outgoing wire transfers in accordance with Bank policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and applicable internal controls. This role also involves assisting with account reconciliations, general ledger support, transaction research, and maintenance of accurate financial and operational records. Additionally, the specialist will support accounts payable activities, including reviewing invoices, obtaining approvals, preparing payments, maintaining documentation, and ensuring accurate and timely expense recording. General support to Finance functions includes preparing reports, researching transactions, gathering information, and assisting with special projects. The role also emphasizes creating a positive and fun working environment through teamwork and attending all required training, including product, compliance, and customer service. Understanding and adhering to all applicable Bank policies, procedures, laws, and regulations is crucial, as is completing compliance training and following internal processes and controls.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); post-secondary study preferred.
• At least three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have keyboarding and 10-key typing skills.
• Computer and data processing literacy required, including experience with Microsoft Office programs such as Excel and Word.
• Mathematical, organizational, and professional verbal/written communication skills required.
• Ability to communicate professionally and distinctly to the general public and other coworkers.
• Ability to read and interpret general business periodicals.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals, and basic algebra.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Valid driver’s license is required for travel to Bank offices, training sessions, customer meetings, Bank and community meetings, etc.

Nice To Haves

• post-secondary study preferred

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact and first line of responsibility for the Bank’s wire transfer department.
• Oversee the daily processing, review, and completion of incoming and outgoing wire transfers in accordance with Bank policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and applicable internal controls.
• Assist with account reconciliations, general ledger support, transaction research, and maintenance of accurate financial and operational records.
• Assist with accounts payable activities, including reviewing invoices, obtaining appropriate approvals, preparing payments, maintaining supporting documentation, and ensuring expenses are accurately recorded and paid timely.
• Provide general support to the Finance functions, including preparing reports, researching transactions, gathering information, and assisting with special projects as assigned.
• Create an atmosphere of teamwork by helping coworkers to promote a positive and fun working environment.
• Attend all training, including product, compliance and customer service, as determined by manager.
• Understand and adhere to all Bank policy, procedures, laws and regulations applicable to this role.
• Complete compliance training; follow internal processes and controls as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED