Job Description

Essex Bank, a growing, dynamic, community bank, is seeking a highly motivated individual to join its Accounting team!

Under the direction of the Accounting Supervisor, responsible for various daily and monthly general ledger reconciliations, monitor branch cash orders, track Bank investments, assist in preparation of assigned financial reports for management and perform a variety of functions.

Responsibilities include:

Reconcile assigned daily general ledger accounts and correspondent bank statements. Prepare daily correspondent bank worksheet and monitor interim daily balances.

Monitor branch cash orders for accuracy.

Maintain investment tracking including recording purchases, maturities, interest payments, and reconcile to general ledger.

Balance General Ledger transaction tickets daily.

Review weekly check order invoices and manually charge customers as needed. Provide invoices to supervisor for review and approval.
Prepare various month-end closing entries, including accrued escrow interest, lease accounting, and provision for loan losses. Reconcile various monthly general ledger accounts, internal checking accounts, and custodial loan participation statements. Responsible for researching and clearing outstanding items timely.

Prepare monthly teller difference, community investment program, and rebated customer fee reports. Assist in preparing other reports for management as assigned.

Crosstrain and provide back-up for Accounts Payable function.

Assist as needed with various other accounting duties. Special projects and other duties assigned.

Qualifications:

Associate's degree in Accounting and/or 1 -2 years relevant banking or accounting experience

Strong attention to detail, accuracy and organizational skills

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Proficiency with Windows-based software (Excel, Word, and Adobe PDF)

Willingness to learn accounting software and proficient calculator skills

We offer competitive pay, benefits and an excellent working environment. Submit resumes to Essex Bank Human Resources P.O. Box 950 Essex CT 06426.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Job Type: Full Time Salary: $44,000 - $53,000 per year

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $44,000.00 - $53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) 3% Match 401(k) matching Dental insurance Dependent care reimbursement Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location: In person