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Senior Staff Accountant

Patriot BankStamford, CT
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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level

Job Description

Description

We are seeking an ambitious, detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant with 3-5 years of accounting experience to join our growing regional banking organization. This role is ideal for a high-performing professional with strong technical accounting skills, regional banking experience, and the desire to take on increasing responsibility within a dynamic finance team.

The Senior Staff Accountant will play a key role in financial reporting, general ledger integrity, regulatory reporting support, internal controls, and special finance initiatives.

Financial Reporting & Close Process

  • Prepare and post journal entries and supporting schedules
  • Own assigned areas of the monthly and quarterly close process
  • Perform detailed account reconciliations (cash, loans, deposits, investments, accruals)
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of the general ledger
  • Support quarterly and annual financial statement preparation

Analysis & Controls

  • Perform variance analysis and explain fluctuations
  • Identify process improvements and automation opportunities
  • Assist with ad hoc analyses requested by senior leadership

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting

  • 3-5 years of experience in:

  • Financial services or

  • Regional/community banking accounting department

  • Strong technical accounting understanding

  • Advanced Excel skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Direct experience in:

  • Loan accounting

  • Deposit accounting

  • Investment securities accounting

  • Call Report preparation

  • Experience with banking core systems and general ledger platforms

  • Familiarity with internal control frameworks

The ideal candidate is:

  • Ambitious and seeking long-term growth within a banking organization
  • Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Proactive and identifies issues and proposes solutions
  • Strong communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally

Benefits

  • 401K
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off

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What is the work location for this position at Patriot Bank?
This job at Patriot Bank is located in Stamford, CT, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Patriot Bank?
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What employment applies to this position at Patriot Bank?
Patriot Bank lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Patriot Bank?
Patriot Bank is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
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