General Accounting Operations Lead - Temporary

This role supports Amerant’s Accounting Manager in running some high-visibility tasks necessary to maintain the operation of activities associated with periodic accounting closing processes. They will interact with several team members, at all levels, across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze and prepare general ledge accounts period adjustment journal entries.
• Review and document changes in account balances, research exceptions, and determine potential adjustments as needed.
• Coordinate with the assistant general accounting manager to identify, research, and clear items in account balance reconciliations, including cash, loans, deposits and accrued liabilities.
• Review other accounting team members’ work, supporting the accounts payable and accrual processes to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Coordinate timely completion of deliverables to internal and external stakeholders, including internal and external auditors and regulators.

Work Experience:
5+ years of experience in a General Accounting Supervisory Role.
Experience in the following industries a plus: banks, credit union, broker & dealers, investment advisory, real estate mortgage.

Education and/or Certifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
CPA Certification required, or under enrollment to pursue.

Technical and/other Essential Knowledge:
Proficient using Microsoft Excel, SQL, Peoplesoft General Ledger, Intellimatch and IBS.
Proven ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing in English and Spanish.
Effective in building relationships and navigating a fast paced environment competing for multiple priorities.