An accountant in corporate banking manages financial records, statements (P&L, Balance Sheet), budgets, and compliance (GAAP, tax) for large businesses, ensuring financial health, identifying cost savings, supporting strategic decisions with data, and working with relationship managers to service corporate clients, requiring strong analysis, GAAP knowledge, and attention to detail for accuracy and regulatory adherence.
Key Responsibilities (Job Description)
Financial Reporting: Prepare and publish timely monthly/annual financial statements (Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flow).
Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in budget preparation and financial forecasts, analyzing variances.
General Ledger & Reconciliations: Manage GL, reconcile accounts (AR/AP, bank), and ensure accurate transaction recording.
Compliance & Controls: Ensure adherence to GAAP, tax regulations, internal controls, and financial policies.
Analysis & Strategy: Analyze financial data to recommend cost reductions, revenue enhancements, and strategic financial actions.
Auditing Support: Prepare documentation and support internal/external audits.
Collaboration: Work with loan, investment, and relationship teams to provide financial insights for corporate clients.
Key Skills & Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance; CPA is a plus.
Experience: Proven experience in accounting, bookkeeping, GL management.
Technical: GAAP knowledge, accounting software (SAP, QuickBooks), Excel.
Soft Skills: Analytical, detail-oriented, strong communication, problem-solving, ethical.