Sr Accountant

Lincoln Savings Bank • Waterloo, IA

2h

About The Position

The Sr Accountant will lead the day-to-day accounting operations and monthly financial reporting process. This individual will play a critical role in maintaining the integrity of financial data, supporting internal and external audits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience within the banking or financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and banking-specific accounting principles.
• Experience with financial reporting and general ledger management.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with bank regulatory reporting (Call Reports, FR Y-9, etc.).
• Experience with Fiserv/DNA.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end and year-end close activities.
• Ensure the integrity of the general ledger by maintaining accurate and timely accounting records.
• Assist in the preparation of internal financial statements and board-level financial reporting packages.
• Support the preparation and timely submission of regulatory filings, including Call Reports, FR Y-9 reports, and other compliance-related documentation.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy in accounting operations.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and mentoring to accounting staff; act as a resource for complex transactions and policy interpretation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees