Banking Staff Accountant: Month-End & GAAP Specialist

Fifth Third Bank; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Fifth Third Bank in Cincinnati, OH is hiring a Staff Accountant to maintain detailed accounting records and assist in month-end close. You will prepare daily entries, reconcile accounts, and ensure GAAP compliance while supporting financial reporting and internal controls.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance/Economics and is working toward a Masters or CPA/CMA, with 1 year of accounting experience in finance or public practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics; GAAP knowledge preferred.
• 1 year accounting experience in financial services or public accounting.
• Proficiency with Excel/Word; ability to learn Recon-Plus, Frontier, Mobius and TM1.
• Strong communication, organization and follow-up skills.
• Ability to work under deadlines and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile all accounting records and related functions.
• Prepare daily entries and monitor account balances.
• Assist in month-end closing and reporting processes.
• Identify improvements to accounting processes and support system integrations.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Prepare financial statements and respond to management/auditors inquiries.

Skills

GAAP proficiency

Communication

Analytical thinking

Organization

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics

Masters or CPA/CMA pursuing

Tools

Excel

Word

Recon-Plus

Frontier

Mobius

TM1

Job description

Fifth Third Bank in Cincinnati, OH is hiring a Staff Accountant to maintain detailed accounting records and assist in month-end close. You will prepare daily entries, reconcile accounts, and ensure GAAP compliance while supporting financial reporting and internal controls.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance/Economics and is working toward a Masters or CPA/CMA, with 1 year of accounting experience in finance or public practice.