Accounting Assistant - Torrington, United States - Torrington Savings Bank

Torrington Savings Bank

Verified Company

Torrington, United States

4 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Overview:

Assists Accountants and Controller in completion of tasks, posts general ledger transactions, processes Accounts Payable, assists in reconcilement and analysis of transactions, and submits backup withholding payments,.

Also assists with monthly and annual closings.

Primary Accountabilities / Responsibilities:

Performs daily general ledger duties including posting journal entries and daily balancing.
Balances Teller Image Capture files on a daily basis, research issues, and communicates with branch staff and Operations personnel to resolve problems.
Processes vendor invoices for payment:
Match invoices to packing lists, purchase orders and other supporting documentation ensuring proper authorizations.
Review invoices for sales and use tax accruals.
Prepare invoices for management review and approval process.
Code invoices with vendor numbers and general ledger expense accounts.
Enter invoices into accounting software in accordance with procedures.
Communicate with various vendors and Bank personnel as needed.
Process weekly check and ACH payments and complete tracking reports. Distribute/mail checks according to disbursement procedures.
Upload and index invoices into Bank's document imaging system
Tracks and submits Federal and State backup withholding payments.
Record and process prepaid amortization including monthly balancing to general ledger reports
Balances various General Ledger accounts.
Prepares monthly Sales Tax reports.
Responds to requests from Branches and other Departments for GL related inquiries.
Provides assistance in the absence of the Staff Accountant, including fixed asset processing and completion of weekly and monthly balancing procedures.
Performs additional duties requested by Supervisor.

Competencies Required:

Customer Focus
Results Oriented
Adaptability
Collaboration
Communication
Composure
Innovation
Self-Development

Knowledge/Skill, Experience Requirements:

Knowledge of accounting procedures including accounts payable, general ledger, account reconciliation as well as PC proficiency. Minimum Associate's degree in Accounting or work equivalent.

Work Environment/Physical Demands/Condition Requirements:
Busy office environment, with moderate noise: computers, printers, phones, and light traffic.
Must be able to focus and not be easily distracted. Must be able to sit for at least 70% of the
workday. Some movement is required to retrieve files, etc. Must be able to see computer
screen and read documents.

Equipment Used:

General office equipment:
Computer, Telephone, Mobile devices, Scanner

Information Security:

Responsible for actively protecting the confidentiality of customer information and computer systems used in the bank by:

Participating in training opportunities to ensure continued protection of customer data.
Provide feedback where possible to help improve the Bank's security culture.

Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of all sensitive information.

Compliance:

Torrington Savings Bank is an equal opportunity employer and offers equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, and veteran status.

Torrington Savings Bank is a drug free workplace.

Torrington Savings Bank participates in e-Verify

EOE/AA/M/F/D/V