Description

Position Purpose:

The Staff Accountant is responsible for managing financial institution accounting records according to existing procedures, methods, and systems. Prepares monthly and quarterly reports, assists with financial statement preparation and assists with preparation of regulatory reporting. Demonstrates Civista Bank’s mission to improve the financial lives of our employees and shareholders to make a difference in the communities that we serve.

Key Accountabilities, Responsibilities and Expectations:

• Daily management of the Accounts Payable System. Provide guidance and support to all end users.
• Daily, monthly, and quarterly reconciliation of general ledger and internal accounts to ensure accurate financial records.
• Generate, compile and analyze financial records for regulatory reporting.
• Provide guidance and support to colleagues regarding financial accounting processes.
• Provide research and internal project support to the Assistant Controller.
• Performs reconciliation of assigned accounts, and other financial reports, as assigned.
• Assists with the preparation of various regulatory reports for the holding company and subsidiaries. 
• All other duties as assigned and any activities that support the key accountabilities.

Requirements

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills:

• Two to four years’ experience handling general ledger entries and generating financial reports, preferably in a financial institution atmosphere.
• Associates Degree in Accounting preferred.
• Solid Computer literacy (Microsoft Office) with accurate data entry skills.
• Ability to become proficient in use of specific software required for position.
• A high level of initiative, independent judgment, thoroughness, accuracy and organizational skills required.
• Detail oriented with solid analytical skills.
• High level of confidentiality required.
• Solid oral and written communication skills; ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities/projects with varied deadlines.

Physical Requirements:

• Work involves eye strain due to the constant use of computer screens, reading of reports, working with spreadsheets and so forth.
• Work involves being able to concentrate on the matter at hand, under sometimes distracting work conditions.
• Work involves lifting and moving loan files of up to 15 lbs.
• Work involves ability to communicate in person and on the telephone, write, speak, read and hear.
• Work involves the ability to manipulate numbers, type, and sit for long periods of time.
• Work involves some travel to attend meetings, training, and so forth.

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Equal Opportunity Employer EEOC M/F/D/V

This Position Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.