Staff Accountant - Financial Reporting

Home State Bank • Crystal Lake, IL

14h • $44,464 - $66,764 • Onsite

About The Position

Home State Bank is hiring a Staff Accountant - Financial Reporting in Crystal Lake, IL. This is a full-time position. The Staff Accountant - Financial Reporting will support the finance function of the accounting department by assisting with financial reporting, budgeting, and day-to-day accounting activities. This role ensures accuracy in financial records, supports compliance with regulatory requirements, and contributes to timely and reliable financial analysis to aid decision-making.

Requirements

• Accounting knowledge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, query system and accounting software/ERP system (including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Quickbooks)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills
• Time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Effective communication skills
• Integrity and confidentiality
• Ability to interact effectively with other departments.
• Associates Degree or Bachelors Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience and education
• Accounting knowledge (3+ Years)

Nice To Haves

• Financial Institution Experience preferred
• Familiarity with emerging technologies, including AI-drive productivity platforms
• Experience using generative AI tools to improve efficiency and creative output

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily accounting processes (Prologue Batch import, Sageworks files, Balance Fluctuation reports, daily balance sheet & income statement reports)
• Assist with preparation of reports for monthly board package.
• Prepare the quarterly qualified collateral report (QCR) for submission to the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago
• Assist in the preparation of asset liability management reports for ALCO meetings.
• Perform the monthly updating and posting of mortgage serving rights.
• Assist with the annual budget process.
• Compile and analyze financial data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Support internal and external audit processes by providing required documentation.
• Assist in preparing management reports and financial dashboards.
• Assist in the preparation of the quarterly call report filing.
• Assists with processing loan transactions for the Mortgage Department

Benefits

• Medical through BCBS – 3 PPO Plans and HMO
• Dental PPO through BCBS
• Vision insurance through BCBS
• $50,000 in Company Paid Life & ADD and long-term disability insurance
• 401k after 90 days with company match of 3% after a year
• Generous Time Off - 2 weeks paid vacation, 1-week sick pay and 11 paid FDIC holidays, 1 floating holiday (personal) day
• Tuition reimbursement - courses and books up to $6,000 annually per policy
• Holiday Party at Boulder Ridge Country Club

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree