Financial Accounting Analyst

Metropolitan Capital Bank & Trust • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Financial Accounting Analyst will assist in preparing monthly financial reports and statements, managing the daily reconciliation process and assisting in accounting related activities such as journal entry preparation and month end close duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Management, or related field.
• 1 to 3 years’ experience in an accounting-related position in banking or financial services.
• Knowledge of accounting and corporate finance principles and procedures.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and organize effectively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of company and client information.
• Desire to continue professional growth through training.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Responsibilities

• Conduct general-ledger account reconciliations, verify accuracy of data, and identify and correct errors made by internal and external personnel.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and statements.
• Support monthly, quarterly and year-end financial closes, including assigned journal entries, balance-sheet account reconciliations, accruals, and overall maintenance of operational management accounts.
• Consolidate and validate financial data to support the Bank’s Call Report preparation, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and update records and reports for profit and loss, taxes, liabilities, and assets.
• Prepare special financial reports, when requested by senior managers, by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
• Assist finance and accounting departments in preparing budgets and forecasts.
• Maintain good rapport with clients, vendors, external auditors, and regulators.
• Implement best practices, standards and procedures in all accounting functions and activities.

What This Job Offers

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