Staff Accountant

American Bank Montana•Livingston, MT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant supports the Finance and Accounting Department by performing routine accounting tasks and maintaining accurate financial records. This role assists with daily accounting operations, reconciliations, and reporting while developing a working knowledge of banking regulations, accounting systems, and internal processes.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Strong verbal and written communications skills.
Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
Foundational knowledge of general and cost accounting principles and practices.
Understanding of, or willingness to learn, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Ability to follow procedures and meet deadlines with supervision.
Proficiency in banking software and Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn accounting systems.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
2-5 years of accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or related administrative experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with general and cost accounting functions in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of general ledger activity, reconciliations, daily ledgers, and related journal entries.
Coordinate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities under the direction of the Controller. This includes balance sheet and income statement reporting.
Perform routine reconciliations of bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and other assigned accounts.
Prepare and assist with periodic regulatory reporting of Call Report and others as assigned by management.
Verify deposits and assist in resolving routine inquiries.
Process accounts receivable transactions, including invoice coding, data entry, and payment processing.
Process accounts payable transactions, including invoice coding, data entry, and payment processing ensuring proper approvals are obtained.
Assist with both accounts receivable and accounts payable invoice systems and processes to support customer and vendor setup and maintenance.
Support internal and external audits by gathering documentation and responding to basic audit requests.
Assist with preparing administrative and financial reports as requested by management.
Assist with accounting system maintenance and coordination with software vendors, as needed.
Perform administrative functions such as receiving, processing, and filing incoming telephone traffic, inter-office items, and external mail.
Participate in projects and research to support process improvements and operational efficiency.
Satisfactorily complete all required compliance bank training and comply with all regulations which apply within the scope of the position.
Other duties as assigned by management.