Job Description
To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
Must be organized, and able to monitor work for quality
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures
Basic PC knowledge and familiarity with electronic equipment
Proficient in accounting software and spreadsheets, mathematic and financial skills
Problem solving and analysis
Good communication skills, verbal and written, both with internal and external customers
Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field; 2-3 years experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Benefits
Stakeholder Bonus
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan (401k) 3% Safe Harbor Contribution + Discretionary Contribution
10 Observed Holidays
Group Term Life provided
Short Term Disability - 100% provided by company
Long Term Disability
Maternity/Paternity Leave 100% of pay
Pay-It-Ohnward Company Giving Program
Responsibilities
The Accounting & Payments Specialist is responsible for assisting the Cashier in maintaining the Bank’s fiscal record keeping system by utilizing accepted accounting principles and established processes
This position is responsible for classifying, recording, verifying and maintaining numerical data for use in financial records
The Accounting & Payments Associate is responsible for recording financial records, including purchases, sales, receipts and payments
Processing of the bank’s accounts payable, wire transfers, and other payments for the bank and its customers is completed by this staff person
KEY ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to Cashier
Works closely with Cashier, the finance department, holding company staff, customers, vendors, and other Ohnward banks on various financial processes and reporting
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Prepare a range of general clerical, accounting and bookkeeping support functions, including securities (investments) balancing, CDARS balancing, and document imaging
Process wire transfers for bank customers and internal bank departments
Contacts customers and other parties to verify information and propriety of transfer requests
Processes accounts payable for bank
Check, verify and process vendor invoices
Follows up on unapproved invoices
Issues payments for company accounts payable
Maintains invoice and vendor files
Reconciles bank statements by comparing statements with general ledger
Performs all necessary account, bank and other reconciliations
Assists other staff with the preparation of financial reports for internal use, board of directors, holding company, examiners, and other parties
Accounting responsibilities; federal funds, wire transfer entries, tax payments, correspondent banking/balancing, GL descriptions and balancing, securities balancing, internal account and GL balancing, including other Ohnward banks
Research, track, and resolve accounting problems related to assigned areas of responsibility
Record business transactions and key daily worksheets to the general ledger system
Update, verify and maintain accounting journals and ledgers and other financial records
Performs other duties as assigned
Job description
Job Details
First Central State Bank DeWitt - DeWitt, IA
Description
To apply for this position, go to our website Ohnward Bancshares, Inc.
www.ohnward.com
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Summary
POSITION SUMMARY
The Accounting & Payments Specialist is responsible for assisting the Cashier in maintaining the Bank’s fiscal record keeping system by utilizing accepted accounting principles and established processes. This position is responsible for classifying, recording, verifying and maintaining numerical data for use in financial records. The Accounting & Payments Associate is responsible for recording financial records, including purchases, sales, receipts and payments. Processing of the bank’s accounts payable, wire transfers, and other payments for the bank and its customers is completed by this staff person.
KEY ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
• Reports to Cashier
• Works closely with Cashier, the finance department, holding company staff, customers, vendors, and other Ohnward banks on various financial processes and reporting.
Responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Prepare a range of general clerical, accounting and bookkeeping support functions, including securities (investments) balancing, CDARS balancing, and document imaging.
• Process wire transfers for bank customers and internal bank departments. Contacts customers and other parties to verify information and propriety of transfer requests.
• Processes accounts payable for bank. Check, verify and process vendor invoices. Follows up on unapproved invoices. Issues payments for company accounts payable. Maintains invoice and vendor files.
• Reconciles bank statements by comparing statements with general ledger. Performs all necessary account, bank and other reconciliations.
• Assists other staff with the preparation of financial reports for internal use, board of directors, holding company, examiners, and other parties.
• Accounting responsibilities; federal funds, wire transfer entries, tax payments, correspondent banking/balancing, GL descriptions and balancing, securities balancing, internal account and GL balancing, including other Ohnward banks.
• Research, track, and resolve accounting problems related to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Record business transactions and key daily worksheets to the general ledger system.
• Update, verify and maintain accounting journals and ledgers and other financial records.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Attention to details. Must be organized, and able to monitor work for quality.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures.
• Basic PC knowledge and familiarity with electronic equipment.
• Proficient in accounting software and spreadsheets, mathematic and financial skills.
• Problem solving and analysis.
• Good communication skills, verbal and written, both with internal and external customers.
Education
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field; 2-3 years experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with accounts payable and/or wire transfer and payment systems is preferred.
Benefits
Stakeholder Bonus
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan (401k) 3% Safe Harbor Contribution + Discretionary Contribution
10 Observed Holidays
PTO
Group Term Life provided
Short Term Disability - 100% provided by company
Long Term Disability
Maternity/Paternity Leave 100% of pay
Community Involvement
Pay-It-Ohnward Company Giving Program
Grilling for Charity Community Donations
Thank God Its Monday (TGIM) Company Event
To apply for this position, go to our website Ohnward Bancshares, Inc.
www.ohnward.com
• About Us
• Careers
• Apply Now
Equal Opportunity Employer
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Accounting & Payments Specialist position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in De Witt offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
