Accounting Assistant

Marion Community Bank; Alabama; On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Marion Community Bank is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support our finance team in Alabama. The role focuses on ensuring accurate financial records, data entry precision, and timely reporting to keep accounts reconciled and compliant.

Ideal candidates have an Associate degree in accounting or finance, 1–2 years in an accounting role, and familiarity with accounting software and Excel. You will collaborate with other departments and participate in audits and month-end activities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting/finance required; bachelor's preferred.
• 1–2 years in an accounting or finance role, preferably within banking/financial services.
• Experience with accounting software and financial reporting tools.
• Familiarity with general ledger and month-end close.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and maintenance of financial records and reports.
• Perform data entry and ensure accuracy in accounting transactions.
• Support reconciliation of bank statements and accounts.
• Help prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Assist with audits and provide documentation.
• Maintain and organize financial documents and files.
• Respond to inquiries regarding financial information.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure smooth financial operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Job Purpose:- The Accounting Assistant at MARION COMMUNITY BANK will play a crucial role in supporting the bank's financial operations. This position is responsible for assisting with various accounting tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial reporting, and providing support to the accounting team. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities:- Assist in the preparation and maintenance of financial records and reports.- Perform data entry and ensure accuracy in all accounting transactions.- Support the reconciliation of bank statements and accounts.- Help in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.- Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation and information.- Maintain and organize financial documents and files.- Respond to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders regarding financial information.- Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless financial operations.- Adhere to all company policies and procedures, as well as regulatory requirements.- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency of accounting processes.Required Education:- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A Bachelor's degree is preferred.Required Experience:- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in an accounting or finance role, preferably within a banking or financial services environment.- Experience with accounting software and financial reporting tools.- Familiarity with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process.Required Skills and Abilities:- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data entry and analysis.- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, for data management and reporting.- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify discrepancies and propose solutions.- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with team members and clients.- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.- Understanding of banking regulations and compliance standards is a plus.