Financial Reporting Accountant
Job Summary
This role involves supporting daily finance operations for the bank, including payment processing and account reconciliations. The successful candidate will prepare internal and regulatory financial reports to ensure compliance and accuracy. The position is a 12-month contract with the potential to convert to a permanent role.
Responsibilities
- Manage account reconciliations and investigations
- Process invoices, claims, and settlements
- Prepare regulatory and management financial reports
- Support audits and financial statements
- Drive finance process improvements
Required Skills
- Degree in Accounting or Finance
- Banking industry experience
- SAP or ERP system knowledge
- Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Strong attention to detail
Job Details
Responsibilities:
- Handle reconciliations for bank accounts and investigate outstanding items
- Prepare accounting entries related to operational transactions and monthly finance activities
- Process staff expense claims, vendor invoices, and intercompany settlements
- Support payment runs and cash funding requirements for branch operations
- Monitor suspense accounts and liaise with stakeholders on outstanding issues
- Assist in the preparation of periodic financial and management reports for Head Office and regulators
- Support year-end reporting, audit matters, and financial statement disclosures
- Participate in finance process improvement and system enhancement initiatives
Requirements:
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
- Prior experience in finance operations or accounting within banking/financial services preferred
- Familiarity with SAP or similar accounting systems
- Good understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications
- Strong attention to detail with good communication and coordination skills