Financial Reporting Specialist (Hybrid-Chicago, IL)

Byline Bank.•Chicago, IL

2d•$61,000 - $76,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Headquartered in Chicago, Byline Bank, a subsidiary of Byline Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BY), is a full-service commercial bank serving small- and medium-sized businesses, financial sponsors and consumers. Byline Bank has approximately $9.7 billion in assets and operates 45 branch locations throughout the Chicago and Milwaukee metropolitan areas. Byline Bank offers a broad range of commercial and community banking products and services, including small-ticket equipment leasing solutions, and is one of the top U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) lenders according to the national SBA rankings by volume FY2024. Byline Bank is a member of FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. At Byline Bank, we take pride in being an award-winning workplace. Some of our recent recognitions include: U.S. News & World Report named Byline Bank as one of the Best Companies to Work for in the Midwest, Finance & Overall in 2024-2025, 2025-2026. Chicago Sun Times Chicago’s Best Workplaces 2024 Best Workplaces in Illinois in 2024 by Best Companies Group and Illinois SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) Forbes America’s Best Small Employers 2023 By joining our team, you will become part of an organization that values growth, collaboration, and innovation. We strive to create an environment where employees feel supported and are empowered to excel in their roles. If you're looking for a career with a company that puts people first and makes a difference in the communities we serve, Byline Bank is the place for you.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
1+ years of experience in financial analysis and an understanding of accounting policies.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to interact with all levels of management and staff.
Proficiency in MS Office applications, with a strong emphasis on Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Be self-motivated and an effective time and project manager with a strong attention to detail.
Solid project management skills including, critical ability to coordinate and balance multiple projects in a time-sensitive environment, under pressure, and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

Collects and evaluates financial information to develop and deliver standard and ad-hoc financial analysis.
Ensures the timely preparation and delivery of financial statements reported to senior management, Board of Directors, investors, regulatory parties, and other external parties.
Supports the preparation of regulatory reports to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Federal Reserve Bank and Federal Home Loan Bank that include, but are not limited to, the quarterly Call Report, FR Y-9C, FR Y9LP, FR Y-8 and Qualified Collateral Reports.
Supports the preparation of filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Supports the quarterly earnings call process by compiling financial data, supporting schedules, and presentation materials, including data validation and tie-outs.
Analyzes financial statements and other data to identify trends or issues that may require further investigation.
Creates reports based on findings from audits or internal reviews to help management make informed decisions about operations or processes.
Reviews financial information to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Identifies and communicates to management process improvements that reduce workloads or improve quality.
Works with internal and external parties to coordinate, track and deliver requested materials.
Maintains knowledge on current and emerging developments/trends, assessing the impact, and collaborating with management to incorporate new trends and developments in current and future solutions.
Stays abreast of new accounting and regulatory pronouncements and standards to gain an understanding of their impact on the Company’s process and accounting and tax policies/procedures.
All other duties as assigned.