Accounting Group Manager

Huntington National Bank; Bloomfield Hills (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington National Bank is seeking an Accounting Group Manager to lead a team of accounting/finance managers in our Bloomfield Hills location. You will review complex reconciliations, analyze accounting data, and assist with GL journal entries.

The role emphasizes GAAP compliance, process improvements, and mentoring junior staff. Strong Excel skills and CPA preferred; public accounting experience is a plus. Office-based with potential flexible arrangements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or economics.
• 7+ years of accounting/financial reporting experience.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Strong communication and analytic skills.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Independently reconcile complex general ledger accounts in a timely and accurate manner.
• Research issues with complex GL accounts and perform financial analysis.
• Prepare and upload accounting entries.
• Provide reporting for quarter-end requirements.
• Assist with ad-hoc projects and training of less experienced staff.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and Huntington policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Time management

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or economics

Tools

Excel

Job description

Summary:

The Accounting Group Manager leads a group of accounting/finance team managers. As a key contributor in our commercial accounting group, this position will review some of the complex reconciliations, perform research and analysis of various accounting data as well as assisting with the review of general ledger journal entries.

Description:

The Accounting Group Manager leads a group of accounting/finance team managers. As a key contributor in our commercial accounting group, this position will review some of the complex reconciliations, perform research and analysis of various accounting data as well as assisting with the review of general ledger journal entries.

Responsibilities Include:

• Independently reconcile complex general ledger accounts in a timely and accurate manner by applying accounting principles and complying with bank policies and procedures.
• Assist in researching issues with complex general ledger accounts and complex accounting/financial analysis.
• Research and resolve any differences in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensure that any changes in the reconciliation process are documented in the Departmental Procedures to ensure compliance with Huntington Accounting Policies and GAAP.
• Provide reporting for quarter-end requirements.
• Prepare and upload accounting entries.
• Assist with Ad-hoc projects.
• Provide advice and training to less experienced members of the group
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to quality assurance in work produced.
• Manages the day-to-day activities for an Accounting/ Finance team.
• Designs, develops and implements accounting/financial systems.
• Reviews and makes recommendations for new, cost-effective technologies.
• Provides advice and training to less experienced members of the group.
• Responsible for the overall accuracy, timeliness and internal controls relating to Huntington accounting/financial systems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or economics field.
• 7 or more years of experience in accounting, financial reporting or regulatory field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Public accounting and/or financial reporting experience.
• CPA certificate achieved.
• Control mindset and demonstrated ability for process improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Enjoys working in a team environment.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize tasks to assure each task is completed timely and accurately.
• Strong time management skills to allow for adherence to deadlines.
• Proficiency in Excel (e.g. VLOOKUP, pivot tables, etc.).
• Experience in banking regulations and/or core banking processes is considered a plus.
• Experience using Microsoft Office with Outlook, Access, Wdesk, and Essbase knowledge considered a plus.

Exempt Status:

(Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay)

Yes

Workplace Type:

Office

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type

Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds: in-office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Compensation Range:

$70000-$140000 Annual Salary

The compensation range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and education. Colleagues in this position are also eligible to participate in an applicable incentive compensation plan. In addition, Huntington provides a variety of benefits to colleagues, including health insurance coverage, wellness program, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan, paid leave programs, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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