Accounting Associate - RJ Bank

Job Description Summary

Under general supervision, uses advanced skills gained through education and experience to support, in an assigned functional area, the preparation of financial and mortgage related entries and the general review of general ledger accounts. Established procedures and general guidance and direction are provided to perform a variety of complex, non-routine tasks. Originality and ingenuity are required to locate, select and apply appropriate procedures, processes and techniques to assignments that are broad in nature. Resolves most questions and problems and refers new or unusual issues to a higher level. May serve as a resource to others in resolving complex problems and issues. Job requires limited decision making ability. Routine contact with internal and external customers is required to obtain, clarify or provide facts and information.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Uses general ledger accounting software to assist in balancing daily reconciliations. 
• Prepares general ledger entries on a daily basis.
• Researches assigned transaction and account discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate accounting records for deposit and loan portfolios
• Reconciling loan and deposit balances between internal systems and general ledger accounts
• Preparer Internal management and regulatory reports
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards (e.g., GAAP), and regulatory requirements.
• Assists in maintaining policy and procedure manuals.
• Assists in preparing requested information for internal/external auditors.
• Participate in system upgrades, automation initiatives, and process improvement projects
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Knowledge of:

• General office practices, procedures, and methods
• Basic accounting concepts, practices and procedures.
• General ledger accounting software or ability to learn specific tasks.
• Bank Operations and Loan Operations experience preferred
• Strong understanding of banking products, accounting principles, and financial reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Finastra LIQ experience preferred

Skill in:

• Entering transactions into an automated accounting system.
• Reconciling bank and general ledger accounts.
• Analyzing and adjusting basic transaction and account balance discrepancies.
• Gathering and compiling information.
• Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications to produce correspondence, electronic communication and maintain spreadsheets and databases.

Ability to:

• Identify and resolve basic accounting problems.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all organizational levels.
• Demonstrate efficiency and flexibility in performing detailed transactional tasks in a fast-paced work environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
• Provide a high level of customer service.

CPA NOTE REQUIRED

Bachelor’s: Accounting, Bachelor’s: Business Administration, Bachelor’s: FinanceGeneral Experience - 4 to 6 monthsCertified Public Accountant (CPA) - Boards of Accountancy (NASBA)

Travel

Less than 25%

Workstyle

Hybrid

The total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave.  Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. We expect our associates at all levels to:

 Grow professionally and inspire others to do the sameWork with and through others to achieve desired outcomes

 Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mindTake ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter

 Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firmAt Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates.  

When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs. #LI-AT1