Financial Accountant

Fulton Bank•Lancaster, PA

23h

About The Position

Our values define us and our culture inspires us to change lives for the better. Our employees are the heart and soul of our company, and every success we experience begins with them. Together we are committed to making a positive impact in our local communities. We champion a culture of continuous learning, work-life integration, and inclusion. We promote a digitally enabled work environment to continuously enhance the experience of our employees and customers. The primary responsibility of this role is to perform day to day accounting that includes monitoring, recording, analyzing, and reconciling general ledger activity. This role ensures accurate and timely financial results that support internal and external reporting, while assisting with period end close activities and maintaining compliance with accounting standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent experience. Specialty: Accounting.
2 or more years accounting, closing, and report analysis.
Strong analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills with exceptional attention to detail
Solid foundation in U.S. GAAP, financial regulations, and core accounting processes (journal entries, analysis, month end close)
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, accounting software, and reconciliation platforms
Effective communicator with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
Broad understanding of banking operations, systems, and processes

Nice To Haves

1 or more years banking or financial services.

Responsibilities

Prepare journal entries, research and analyze general ledger accounts, and review results to promote a timely and accurate month-end close process.
Complete monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.
Research and follow up on outstanding reconciliation items, collaborate with other departments and third parties to resolve discrepancies and outstanding items.
Assist in the preparation of the projected earnings for the upcoming month end.
Provide requested documentation for various internal and external audits and reviews.
Collaborate with the financial planning and analysis team on the annual budget process by providing financial information for assigned areas.
Monitor operational processes for compliance with accounting standards and established policies; enhance processes to optimize work effort, leveraging technology where feasible.
Prepare ad hoc analyses and management reporting as directed by manager.
This role may perform other job duties as assigned by the manager.
Each employee of the Organization, regardless of position, is accountable for reading, understanding and acting on the contents of all Company-assigned and/or job related Compliance Programs, regulations and policies and procedures, as well as ensure that all Compliance Training assignments are completed by established due dates. This includes but is not limited to, understanding and identifying compliance risks impacting their department(s), ensuring compliance with applicable laws or regulations, and escalating compliance risks to the appropriate level of management.

Benefits

medical plans with prescription drug coverage
flexible spending account or health savings account depending on the medical plan chosen
dental and vision insurance
life insurance
401(k) program with employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
paid time off programs including holiday pay and paid volunteer time
disability insurance coverage
maternity and parental leave
adoption assistance
educational assistance
a robust wellness program with financial incentives