Senior Reconciliation Specialist

Valley Bank • Clifton, NJ

2d

About The Position

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Perform the regular reconciliations of complex financial transactions for general ledger and deposit accounts to identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy in financial reporting. Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner, collaborating with internal teams to gather necessary information and documentation. Prepare detailed reconciliation reports, summarizing findings and providing insights to management regarding trends and anomalies. Assist in the preparation of financial statements by ensuring all reconciled accounts are properly reflected in the financial records. Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations of reconciliation processes and findings. Mentor junior team members, providing guidance on reconciliation best practices and financial reporting. Develop and implement processes to streamline reconciliation procedures and enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements

• Proficient in financial analysis software and tools, with advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• Experience with financial databases and reporting systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication. Ability to write correspondence and present information to peers and management.
• Excellent interpersonal & customer service skills, attentiveness, information retention, tact and diplomacy in dealing with peers.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills to effectively uncover and resolve issues.
• Detail oriented, strong organizational skills, and high degree of accuracy. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of 5 years experience in Finance or Accounting.

Nice To Haves

• FIS/IBS (Integrated Banking Solutions) knowledge.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Perform the regular reconciliations of complex financial transactions for general ledger and deposit accounts to identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner, collaborating with internal teams to gather necessary information and documentation.
• Prepare detailed reconciliation reports, summarizing findings and providing insights to management regarding trends and anomalies.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements by ensuring all reconciled accounts are properly reflected in the financial records.
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations of reconciliation processes and findings.
• Mentor junior team members, providing guidance on reconciliation best practices and financial reporting.
• Develop and implement processes to streamline reconciliation procedures and enhance efficiency and accuracy.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees