Accounting Group Manager

0101 The Huntington National Bank; United States; Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington National Bank is seeking a senior accountant for the commercial accounting group to review complex reconciliations, research accounting data, and assist with general ledger journal entries.

You will independently reconcile complex GL accounts, prepare and upload entries, provide quarter-end reporting, support ad-hoc projects, and mentor junior staff while ensuring compliance with GAAP and bank policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or economics.
• 7+ years of accounting, financial reporting or regulatory experience.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Control mindset and process improvement abilities.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently reconcile complex general ledger accounts in a timely, accurate manner.
• Assist in researching issues with complex GL accounts and perform financial analysis.
• Research and resolve differences in a timely and accurate manner.
• Document changes in reconciliation processes to ensure GAAP compliance.
• Provide reporting for quarter-end requirements.
• Prepare and upload accounting entries.
• Assist with ad-hoc projects and train junior staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or economics

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Access

Wdesk

Essbase

Job 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.

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.

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

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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