Job Description

Senior Accountant - Banking Industry (CPA Preferred)

Location: Houston Texas Employment Type: Full-Time | Onsite

Overview

Our client, a well-established community bank, is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join its finance and accounting team. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and understands the unique financial and regulatory nuances of the banking industry.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards.

* Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

* Assist with call report preparation and other regulatory filings.

* Support internal and external audits, including gathering documentation and preparing audit schedules.

* Analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts to ensure proper accounting treatment.

* Monitor loan loss reserves, investment portfolio accounting, and fixed asset schedules.

* Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

* Identify process improvements and assist with implementation of accounting automation or software enhancements.

Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.

* CPA or CPA candidacy strongly preferred.

* 5+ years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a banking or financial institution environment .

* Strong knowledge of GAAP, bank regulatory reporting, and internal controls.

* Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with banking core systems or general ledger software.

* Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Compensation & Benefits

* Competitive base salary commensurate with experience

* Performance bonus opportunity.

* Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid time off.

About the Bank

Our client is a well-capitalized, relationship-focused community bank known for its stability, customer service, and commitment to employee growth.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

Job Tags

Full time

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