Accounting Analyst I: Financial Reporting & Analysis

Bank of Hawaii; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of Hawaii is seeking an experienced Individual Contributor to support financial accounting, operational accounting, and reporting activities through the preparation, analysis, and maintenance of financial information and records. You will collaborate with business partners to promote accurate and timely financial reporting and strong internal controls.

This role covers general ledger accounting, accounts payable/receivable and other operational accounting tasks, budgeting and financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Equivalent work experience or certification(s) may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications. Ability to learn and effectively utilize accounting, reporting, database, and other business systems.
• Intermediate knowledge and skill proficiency in communication and customer experience.
• Basic knowledge and skill proficiency in analytical thinking, cross-functional collaboration, financial reporting, financial systems, general ledger, standard accounting practices, technology literacy, and variance analysis.

Responsibilities

• General Ledger Accounting: Prepares journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analyses, financial reports, and supporting schedules to support accurate financial reporting. Assists with month-end close activities, researches discrepancies, monitors trends, and communicates outstanding accounting matters to management and business partners.
• Operational Accounting Support: Performs accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipt, and other operational accounting activities as assigned. Reviews supporting documentation, assists with billing and payment application processes, and works with internal and external parties to resolve financial inquiries accurately and timely.
• Budgeting and Financial Analysis: Assists with the preparation of budgets, forecasts, financial models, dashboards, policies, and procedures. Analyzes financial data and processes to identify reporting issues, process improvement opportunities, and control considerations, and supports the implementation of practical solutions.
• Fixed Assets and Project Accounting: Supports accounting activities related to fixed assets, construction-in-progress projects, prepaid equipment, transfers, retirements, and depreciation. Reviews project documentation and invoices, reconciles subledger balances to the general ledger, tracks project costs, and helps ensure timely capitalization using appropriate accounting classifications.
• Administrative and Business Support: Provides analytical and administrative support for department initiatives and routine operations. Serves as backup for other accounting functions as needed and collaborates with management and business partners to meet operational and reporting objectives.
• Performs other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Bank of Hawaii is seeking an experienced Individual Contributor to support financial accounting, operational accounting, and reporting activities through the preparation, analysis, and maintenance of financial information and records. You will collaborate with business partners to promote accurate and timely financial reporting and strong internal controls.

This role covers general ledger accounting, accounts payable/receivable and other operational accounting tasks, budgeting and financial