Accountant / Branch Administration Manager

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Summary:
First National Bank is seeking a qualified individual to fill the role of Accountant at the New Bremen branch. The role will have functions that include the following duties:

Assist with various activities in the computer and accounting department, including transmitting and recording transactions, operating computer and peripheral equipment to process data, and help maintain accounting and computer records.

Assist with ensuring compliance with federal, state and local financial regulations.

Assist in the bank’s management of accounting functions and systems including preparation of entries or support for entries, wire transfers for customers, and various other activities as needed.

Assist in the preparation of tax returns and ensure timely payment of certain taxes.

Assist customers with technological service problems including internet banking, mobile banking, bill pay, etc. as well as resolving account problems in person or via telephone.

Branch administration duties including overseeing bank wide scheduling and staffing requirements.

Assist in the oversight of all aspects of the corporate-wide Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)/Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Programs.

Contact customers and business, community, and civic organizations to promote goodwill and generate new business.

Research investment options available to the bank and make recommendations to management.

Any other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Potential delegation of supervision of certain branch employees depending on experience and performance in the position.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Customer Service - Manage difficult or emotional customer situations; Respond promptly to customer needs; Solicit customer feedback to improve service; Respond to requests for service and assistance; Meet commitments.

Problem Solving - Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; Develop alternative solutions; Use reason even when dealing with emotional topics or people.

Technical Skills - Assess own strengths and weaknesses; Strive to continuously build knowledge and skills; Share expertise with others.

Ethics - Treat people with respect; Keep commitments; Work with integrity and ethically; Uphold organizational values.

Quality - Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; Look for ways to improve and promote quality; Monitor own work to ensure quality.

Productivity - Complete work in timely manner; Strive to increase productivity; Work quickly.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.

Dependability - Follow instructions, respond to management direction; Take responsibility for own actions.

Work closely with staff in all departments of the bank.

Participate in business and community activities to promote growth and development of the community and a positive image for the bank.

Compliance with the organization’s privacy requirements, ensuring the utmost adherence to all aspects of customer and organization wide privacy.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience – Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred. Five years of banking experience with knowledge of bank operations desired. Previous experience with BSA, AML and related regulations strongly preferred.

Must enjoy customer service and possess the ability to manage competing demands by constant reevaluation of daily priorities according to customer and business needs.

Language Skills - Ability to read and interpret documents such as bank policies, operating instructions, regulations, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with customers or employees of the organization.

Must be detail oriented, alert to potential problems, organized, and have good communication skills, both verbal and written. Must possess good listening skills, initiative and motivation, and able to adapt well to change. Ability to define complex problems, draw valid conclusions through research, and define workable solutions. Courtesy, customer service, and tact are essential elements of the job. Work involves much personal contact with others inside and/or outside the organization for purposes of giving or obtaining information, building relationships, or soliciting cooperation.

Other Skills

Experience with Fiserv financial and other related software and the Microsoft Office suite a plus.

Customer service experience preferred.

Understand the importance of confidentiality.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person