Accounting Associate I

First Merchants Brand; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401k

Health Savings Account

Vacation/Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Additional Benefits

Job summary

First Merchants Bank is seeking an Accounting Associate I to join our team in Indiana. The role will perform accounting functions, research and process various transactions to support daily operations.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and at least 3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience; banking experience is a plus. Associate degrees in accounting/finance are advantageous. Comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of three years accounting, bookkeeping or related experience.
• Prior banking experience is a plus.
• Associate's degree in accounting, finance or related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reconciliations for loan and deposit system accounts, Federal Reserve Bank, correspondent accounts, and various other accounts as assigned.
• Prepare reconciliation dashboard reporting to Operations and other departments.
• Assist the Accounting team as needed with daily, weekly or monthly duties.
• Provide support to management on assigned projects.
• Verify daily Bank Control Record (BCR) reports to supporting documents to ensure changes were authorized and correctly entered.

Skills

Accounting experience

Education

High school diploma / GED

Associate's degree in accounting/finance (plus)

Job description

First Merchants Bank is seeking an Accounting Associate I to join our team! This position will perform accounting functions, research and process various transactions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare reconciliations for loan and deposit system accounts, Federal Reserve Bank, correspondent accounts, and various other accounts as assigned. Identify and research out of balance transactions and resolve.
• Prepare reconciliation dashboard reporting to Operations and other departments.
• Assist the Accounting team as needed with daily, weekly or monthly duties.
• Provide support to management on assigned projects.
• Verify daily Bank Control Record (BCR) reports to supporting documents to make sure all system changes were authorized and correctly changed in the system.

To be successful in this position, we require the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• A minimum of three (3) years of accounting, bookkeeping or related experience.

The following would be a plus:

• Prior banking experience.
• Associate's degree in accounting, finance or related field.

First Merchants offers the following:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Additional Benefits

A little about us:

First Merchants is guided by a genuine philosophy of being a meaningful place to work and having a prosperous impact across all walks of life throughout the communities we serve, including consumers, businesses and other organizations. Our Vision, Mission and Team statement reflect and reinforce that authentic service philosophy.

Our Vision is:

To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve.

Our Mission is:

To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders.

Our Team:

"We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging."\

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