About this role
JOB FUNCTION:
Provide support to the Accounting and Finance Department for a $2.8B financial institution, as well as its parent company and four subsidiaries. Responsible for day‑to‑day operations, accounts payable, reconciliations, and other projects vital to the success of the Bank and the Accounting and Finance Department.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform and act as a backup for daily, monthly, and annual reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts for each entity.
- Assist with the accounts payable function, including entering invoices and processing payments.
- Perform and act as a backup for daily cash management, including initiating and repaying borrowings, sending and receiving wires from correspondent banks, and maintaining targeted account balances.
- Assist with the daily accounting operations for each subsidiary and the parent company.
- Assist with annual projects within the Accounting and Finance Department, requiring a strong level of understanding and institutional knowledge in both areas.
- Coordinate meetings and assist with the implementation of new projects and initiatives that fall under the responsibility of the Accounting and Finance Department.
- Assist in the month‑end closing process for all entities, requiring significant research, collaboration with employees at all levels, and ensuring items are posted to the correct general ledger accounts.
- Provide assistance to the Controller and Assistant Controller, as well as others in the Accounting and Finance Department.
- Support the Controller and Assistant Controller with administrative responsibilities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Work Experience
- 3+ years of experience in banking or another financial institution
Supervisory Experience:
- Not required
Education
- Minimum High School Diploma
- Some accounting or finance education/certification preferred
Equipment/Machines
- Proficient with 10‑key and Microsoft Excel
- Strong knowledge of MS Word and PowerPoint
- Experience using accounting software applications
Competency Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and with all levels of bank staff
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
- Ability to solve problems and provide solutions to issues within the department and across other departments
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Comfortable making presentations to groups
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time in front of a computer screen.
- Must be able to see and hear to communicate with staff and participate in meetings.
- Must be mobile in an office environment.
- Must be able to work in a fast‑paced office environment.
This job description does not imply an employment contract, nor is it intended to include every duty and responsibility that employee is responsible. Duties and tasks may be assigned by management team based on department and business needs.
Jefferson Bank is an EEO employer and an Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status.
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Other facts
About Jefferson Bank
Jefferson Bank is a family-owned bank serving communities in San Antonio and surrounding areas in the Texas Hill Country. Through the years, Jefferson Bank has created an elite team of highly skilled, family-oriented, and civic-minded individuals who contribute to the Bank's continued success. Jefferson Bank has been a strong part of San Antonio's banking community for more than 75 years. We are independent, locally owned, and ideally structured for convenient personalized service. Our goal is to earn long term relationships every day through integrity, responsiveness and commitment.
Our Mission Statement: Earning long-term relationships every day through integrity, responsiveness, and commitment. This is personal to us.
Jefferson Careers: https://www.jeffersonbank.com/about-jefferson-bank/careers
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/jeffersonbank
Phone: (210) 736-7600
Email: [email protected]
Bank NMLS# 597833
Jefferson Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. As such, we value diversity and inclusion in the workplace and seek to attract and retain individuals who share those values. All qualified job seekers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other legally protected status. In addition, we comply with all applicable employment laws governing nondiscrimination and fully support individuals’ rights to be free from discrimination by prohibiting all forms of workplace harassment.
What you'll do
- The Accounting & Finance Specialist will support day-to-day operations, accounts payable, reconciliations, and assist with various projects within the Accounting and Finance Department. This role includes performing reconciliations, cash management, and assisting in the month-end closing process.
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