Temporary Accounting Specialist
Our Company
We build relationships- with each other, with our clients and with our community. At The Bank of Tampa, we are invested in you. By providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, we learn from our differences and gain strength through the diverse perspectives and experiences of our workforce and our client base.
Since first opening in 1984, The Bank of Tampa has focused on serving Tampa Bay professionals and owner-managed businesses, which has given us an insight into our community that other banks simply cannot match. Our lenders and their teammates use their deep understanding of the area to help our clients establish professional, cultural and social ties that benefit their businesses , their families, and themselves. Our support teams further enhance those relationships by providing personalized service with each interaction. We are committed to providing the highest level of banking services while nurturing a strong and lasting professional relationship that contributes to our client’s success.
Position Overview
This is a temporary position that will start as soon as possible and be needed through the month of June and possibly into July. The required hours will range between 25-30 hours per week. The Accounting Specialist uses knowledge and skills obtained through education and experience to reconcile general ledger accounts, process accounts payable functions, maintain fixed asset data, and review financial statements. The accounting specialist will apply appropriate procedures, processes, and technique to identify research and resolve accounting issues. The candidate will demonstrate initiative and accountability by willingness to assume additional duties. The candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal and written/ verbal communication (listening, confidence, professionalism, persuasion) with individuals across all levels of the organization. Additionally, the candidate will be resourceful and flexible with regard to shifting priorities, new demands and challenges. The candidate be self-motivated with action and results delivery orientation.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
• Consistently delivers outstanding client service; providing premiere client satisfaction with a friendly demeanor, can-do attitude, and willingness to help at all times.
• Acts as a cultural ambassador to internal and external clients, providing a professional, exceptional, and supportive experience with each interaction.
Reconciling
· Post, balance, research and reconcile general ledger accounts related to cash, due from banks, and other various accounts timely and accurately.
· Complete and scan/file reconcilements daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly.
· Monitor outstanding items in reconciliations to ensure they are cleared in a timely manner.
· Submit audit material upon request.
· Perform other duties as assigned.
Payables
· A/P daily review of vouchers.
· Manage accurate and timely processing of expense checks on a weekly check run schedule.
· Communicate payment terms and invoice credits with vendors.
· Establish and maintain working relationships with vendors and or employees.
· Maintain Vendors in Prologue.
· Document and review payable procedures periodically.
Fixed Assets
· Ensure all assets are tagged.
· Create and dispose of fixed asset in Prologue.
· Maintain CIP account and review and process other clearing accounts related to fixed assets.
· Process G/L and tax depreciation.
· Complete Annual Tangible Tax schedule and month end statement.
· Document and review fixed asset procedures as needed.
· Prepare the Annual Fixed Asset inventory documents for all departments.
· Review and take appropriate actions on inventory exceptions.
This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of :
· Basic Accounting concepts and principles.
· Principles of banking and finance industry operations.
· Fixed Asset concept and principles.
Skilled in :
· Numerical aptitude and critical thinking sufficient to solve balance discrepancies.
· Analyzing operation processes and identifying opportunities for improvement.
· Reviewing and interpreting financial information.
Ability to:
· Competently analyze and prioritize information to make appropriate recommendations.
· Review, understand and interpret financial reports.
· Multi-task while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail.
· Work closely with other team members, communicate with vendors, fellow employees and officers of the Bank.
Preferred Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or similar field
· Experience with Accounting Software such as Prologue
Attributes for Success
· Self-motivated with action and results delivery orientation; demonstrated initiative and accountability by willingness to assume additional duties other than assigned
· Portrays Strong interpersonal skills, projecting an approachable demeanour
· Consult, facilitate and build relationships in order to foster partnership, collaboration & teamwork across all levels of the organization
· Works independently and with others to identify issues and develop solutions
· Demonstrates strong interpersonal and written/ verbal communication (listening, confidence, professionalism, persuasion) with individuals across all levels of the organization
· Is resourceful and flexible with regard to shifting priorities, new demands and challenge
Our Way
Preserve and enhance our culture in which the values of honesty, integrity, confidentiality, trust and respect are the underlying principles by which we work
Make a meaningful difference in our community through our service and financial support
Maintain a safe and sound institution that operates in conformity with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws, rules and regulations, and to maintain open and forthright communication with our regulators
Benefits
You will have the opportunity to participate, subject to the terms and conditions of the respective plans, in a comprehensive package of benefits. As a highlight:
· Eligibility for health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages
· Retirement Plan - 401k with matching
· ESOP- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
· Time away from work – vacation time, sick time and holidays
· Paid parental leave
· Tuition Assistance
· Professional development opportunities
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