Staff Accountant

Mascoma Bank•White River Junction, VT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Mascoma Bank is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. The Staff Accountant is responsible for assigned accounting operations, reconciliations, journal entry preparation, and month-end close activities. This person will work in a fast-paced environment to ensure timely completion of daily and monthly accounting responsibilities in accordance with established policies and procedures, and provides backup support for accounting functions as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred; recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Associate degree with 2–3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, banking, or related experience also considered. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Working knowledge of accounting principles and financial recordkeeping practices.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while maintaining confidentiality and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

Prepare, post, and maintain accurate accounting records, including journal entries, General Ledger reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
Perform daily and monthly reconciliation activities across a variety of accounts, banking systems, cash management functions, and balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Support the month-end close process by completing assigned close tasks, preparing reconciliations, and collaborating with departments to gather required financial information.
Monitor and research account discrepancies, unusual transactions, and unreconciled items, escalating issues, and recommending corrective actions as needed.
Reconcile banking and cash management activities, including correspondent accounts, cash inventory, currency shipments, official checks, and other operational banking transactions.
Maintain accounting schedules, tracking reports, and customer rate information to support reporting and operational requirements.
Assist with Accounts Payable and other accounting functions through cross-training and department support.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of accounting procedures, internal controls, and process documentation.
Identify opportunities to improve workflows, increase efficiency, and strengthen financial accuracy.
Support special projects and perform other duties as assigned.