Accountant

Status: Full-Time/Non-Exempt

Location: Cerritos

Reports To: Accounting Manager

Level: Non-Management

Job Summary:

Maintain day-to-day accounting operations and records. Assists in preparation of financial statements and other monthly reports. Reconcile GL accounts as required. Ensure that reports, accounts, systems, policies and practices adhere to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Assist with development and implementation of policies and procedures for the Accounting Dept.

Essential Job Functions:

• Maintains the company's check system monitoring the positive pay exceptions and insuring adjustments are made within the Federal Reserve specified deadlines.
• Monitor and reconcile general ledger on a daily basis including but not limited to ACH posting, share draft posting, ATM balancing. Resolve any discrepancies with other department in a timely manner.
• Responsible for general accounting functions to support accurate and timely accounting month-end close. This includes reviewing transactional sources and verification of system interfaces where applicable to ensure data integrity.
• Responsible for daily and monthly general ledger reconciliation including bank, asset, liability and clearing account analysis and associated journal entries.
• Perform Accounts Payable, Travel and Expense reimbursement via an outsourced AP platform, verifying accuracy of invoices supporting documentation for management approval and ensure all accounts payable payments are made timely.
• Manage Fixed Assets & Prepaids, including but not limited to physical count of inventories, maintaining subsidiary ledger, posting monthly depreciation and reconciliation of holding GLs
• Responsible for monthly accruals for month end.
• Assist with the processing and distribution of annual 1099 processing
• Ensure that all activities of the department are in accordance with GAAP and that the accounting records maintained are accurate and in compliance with laws and regulations.
• Conduct special accounting studies, analyses, and special projects as requested by management.
• Responsible for regulatory annual reporting including but not limited to Escheatment and Property Tax reporting.
• Assist with preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports including but not limited to financial statements, Real Estate Analysis, Delinquent loan report and 5300 Call report.
• Assists the department in internal, external, and regulatory audits.
• File monthly, quarterly and annually IRA tax withholding report and make payment timely.
• All other duties as assigned or requested by Accounting Manager.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field or equivalent experience five years experience.
• Two to four years prior experience in an accounting role.
• Prior financial institution experience preferred.
• Strong foundational knowledge of basic accounting processes
• Must be willing to work in excess of 40 hours per week and on weekends as needed. Must be capable of regular, reliable, and timely attendance.
• Strong knowledge of accrual accounting principles and practices
• High-proficiency learner and versatile to operate in multiple functions of the finance team
• Critical thinking skill required to evaluate a range of options and make decisions effectively and can articulate recommendations to stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to provide meticulous attention to detail, and concern for accuracy and consistency in results.
• Effective listening, communication (verbal and written), organization, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently or within a team to accomplish goals and objectives.
• Must be bondable.
• Must comply with all Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and other Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Laws and Regulations, as they pertain to federal guidelines and internal policies and procedures.
• Must complete compliance training to ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements, including security awareness and BSA training.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to bend, sit, and stand in order to perform primarily sedentary work with limited physical exertion and occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs. Must be capable of climbing/descending stairs in an emergency situation. Must be able to operate routine office equipment including computer terminals, keyboards, telephones, copiers, facsimiles, TCRs, ATMs, and calculators. Must be able to routinely perform work on computer for an average of 6-8 hours per day. Must be able to work extended hours or travel off site whenever required or requested by management. Must be capable of travel by automobile (as driver and passenger) to visit other branch locations. Must be capable of regular, reliable, and timely attendance. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear, walk, reach with hands and arms; and stoop, or kneel. Specific vision abilities required to by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions:

Must be able to routinely perform work indoors in climate-controlled shared work area with moderate noise.

Mental and/or Emotional Requirements:

The employee must be able to perform job functions with supervision and work effectively either on own or as part of a team. Must be able to read and conduct various instructions and follow oral instructions. Must be able to speak clearly and deliver information in a logical and understandable sequence. Must be able to perform mathematical calculations with extreme accuracy. Must be capable of dealing calmly and professionally with numerous different personalities from diverse cultures at various levels within and outside of the organization and demonstrate highest levels of member service and discretion when dealing with the public. Must be able to perform responsibilities with composure under the stress of deadlines/requirements for extreme accuracy and quality and/or fast pace. Must be able to effectively manage multiple, simultaneous, and changing priorities. Must be capable of exercising highest level of discretion on confidential matters.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.24 - $35.31 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Cerritos, CA 90703 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cerritos, CA 90703: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person