Fifth Third Bank · 2 months ago
Senior Accountant II
Cincinnati, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expFifth Third Bank is a leading financial institution committed to improving the lives of its customers and communities. The Senior Accountant II will conduct complex accounting assignments, provide training to less experienced staff, and ensure the accuracy of financial statements and reports while adhering to accounting principles.
BankingCommercial LendingFinanceFinancial ExchangesFinancial ServicesLendingMedia and EntertainmentMortgage
No H1B
Responsibilities
Accurately maintains complex accounting records and performs all related accounting functions
Oversees preparation of daily entries and monitoring of accounts. Maintains account balances
Prepares complex accounting journal entries and monthly financial statements where applicable
Maintains current accounting policies and practices
Ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Reconciliation and resolution of outages from complex accounts
Responsible for assisting in performing complex special accounting projects
Optimizing the application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Continuously searches for process improvements within our organization in an effort to automate and simplify
Leverages technology to enhance efficiency and productivity
Identifies opportunities to improve the accounting processes and plays a key role in the integration of a new accounting system
Coordinates month end accounting activities with other departments, divisions and affiliates
Ensures that all accounting entries and reports are completed on a timely and accurate basis in accordance with Bancorp accounting policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Ensures the completion and accuracy of all account reconciliations
Responsible for developing and maintaining appropriate business relationships with internal and external customers
Provides training and guidance to less experienced accountants
Allocates work and reviews work of less experienced staff accountants
Works with staff accountants to set and achieve department objectives
Guides and advises subordinates
Develops cross training programs and ensures the adequate delegation of duties and responsibilities
Resolves routine personnel issues
Responsible for assisting in the development and maintenance of the Bancorp’s accounting information and input into the financial systems
Responsible for assisting in G/L account setup and maintenance
Responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of G/L accounting and reporting changes
Responsible for daily G/L uploads and ensuring the operational effectiveness of the system
Prepares various complex financial statements and monthly reports
Daily, monthly, and quarterly financial statements
Assists examiners in carrying out examinations of the Bancorp (Audit, Government, etc.)
Responds to inquiries from management, auditors and other authorities regarding the accounting issues, data in reports and financial statements issued by the department, policies, and procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics required
Minimum of 4 years of industry or public accounting related experience
Banking or accounting related experience required
Proficient in advanced spreadsheet applications such as Excel, Microsoft Word, etc
Demonstrate ability to learn and understand Bancorp systems such as Frontier, Mobius, Raft, Business Objects & TM1
Excellent communications, organization and follow up skills
Excellent people/relationship building skills
Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to apply critical thought process
Capable of prioritizing and organizing work to meet deadlines
Ability to communicate clearly & concisely with other Finance Staff, managers and department leaders
Preferred
Masters Degree or other certification (CPA, CMA, etc.) preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings
Incentive compensation plan
Extensive benefits programs
Company
Fifth Third Bank
Fifth Third Bancorp is a financial services company that specializes in small business, retail banking, and investments. It is a sub-organization of Fifth Third Bank.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
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Bryan Preston
Chief Financial Officer
Maria Holmes
VP, Senior Manager Corporate Sponsorship
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