Senior Accountant

Harford Bank•Aberdeen, MD

5d•$60,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Accountant assists the Controller with the daily operations of the Finance and Accounting Departments, including general ledger activities, internal financial reporting, regulatory filings, and preparation of the consolidated annual budget. With the Controller’s assistance, the role supports quarterly and year-end financial statements and related footnote and MD&A disclosures, as well as the annual tax return and quarterly tax payments. The position maintains, controls, analyzes, and reports on accounts of varying complexity in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and regulatory principles. The Senior Accountant is expected to support Harford Bank’s Core Values and Vision and help reinforce its culture through their work and interactions. The role performs recurring accounting operations, supports month-end close and regulatory reporting, contributes to budgeting and forecasting activities, and provides assistance to other bank teams and leadership as requested.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
At least 2 years of accounting experience with increasing responsibility in banking, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience providing the required knowledge and abilities.
Familiarity with GAAP, financial reporting, SEC reporting, and regulatory reporting.
Experience assisting a company or bank with preparation for internal and external audits and regulatory examinations.
Ability to communicate effectively with organizational peers and supervisors.
High attention to detail, demonstrated work accuracy, accountability, and ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently, on a team, and with people across the institution.

Nice To Haves

CPA or MBA.

Responsibilities

Embrace and support Harford Bank’s Core Values and Vision.
Execute assigned Accounting Department operations, which may include preparing public funds reports and daily reconciliations, accounts payable, and funds management.
Process investment portfolio trades in the trade system; complete internal trade tickets and checklists; and ensure required documentation is obtained, reviewed, and approved.
Prepare general ledger entries for payroll and investments.
Review assigned general ledger reports daily and ensure balances, postings, and net changes are reasonable.
Set up, dispose of, and modify fixed assets in the system, and record monthly depreciation.
Maintain accrued and prepaid expense items.
Prepare and submit assigned Bank-wide general ledger account reconciliations for review.
Assist with the month-end closing process.
Prepare assigned collateral reports, including reports for the Federal Reserve Bank discount window borrowing facility and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta primary borrowing facility (QCRs).
Obtain payroll system reports and reconcile them to the Bank’s general ledger records.
Work with the Controller to gain proficiency in the ALM/budgeting/forecasting model, assist with its maintenance and updates, and help prepare the quarterly ALCO package.
Gather financial data and assist with periodic regulatory reports and quarterly and year-end filings with the FDIC or other regulatory bodies, including Form 10-Q and Form 10-K.
Maintain the General Ledger Chart of Accounts.
Provide support, guidance, and problem-solving assistance to other areas of the Bank as requested.
Attend bank meetings as required.
Assist the Controller or CFO with assigned projects and perform other related duties as required.