Accounting Group Manager

Huntington National Bank; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington National Bank in Tupelo, MS is seeking an experienced accounting professional to join our commercial accounting group. The role focuses on reviewing complex reconciliations, researching accounting data, and assisting with GL journal entries.

The candidate will independently reconcile GL accounts, research issues, and ensure changes follow Huntington Accounting Policies and GAAP. Strong Excel skills and effective communication are essential for success in a collaborative team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or economics field is required.
• 7+ years of experience in accounting, financial reporting and/or other regulatory field.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Team player

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or economics

Tools

Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables)

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Access)

Wdesk

Essbase

Job description

Description

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.

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.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or economics field.
• 7+ years of experience in accounting, financial reporting and/or other 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.

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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