GAAP & Regulatory Accountant

Associated Bank; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,755,000 - 109,286,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) & Pension

Volunteer time off

Colleague Resource Groups

Professional development

Well-being programs & incentives

Stock purchase plan

Personal banking benefits

Job summary

Associated Bank is seeking an experienced accounting professional in Chicago to support financial reporting within the Corporate Controller’s Group. You will help ensure accurate records, timely reporting, and strong internal controls while expanding knowledge of GAAP, SEC, and banking regulations.

Key duties include journal entries, reconciliations, close activities, and collaboration with auditors. A strong background in accounting and finance is essential, with emphasis on regulatory

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3+ years of accounting and/or finance experience in a team environment.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; CPA or CMA certifications desired.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet schedules.
• Manage general ledger accounts, investigate discrepancies and resolve exceptions.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities and financial analysis.
• Provide accounting guidance to internal teams and resolve GL questions.
• Prepare and review SEC filings, management reports, and regulatory data.
• Coordinate with auditors and respond to inquiries.
• Research GAAP, FASB, SEC, and banking regs; assist with new standards.
• Maintain accurate records and internal controls per company policies.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

SEC reporting

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Associate’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA certification

CMA certification

Job description

Associated Bank is seeking an experienced accounting professional in Chicago to support financial reporting within the Corporate Controller’s Group. You will help ensure accurate records, timely reporting, and strong internal controls while expanding knowledge of GAAP, SEC, and banking regulations.

Key duties include journal entries, reconciliations, close activities, and collaboration with auditors. A strong background in accounting and finance is essential, with emphasis on regulatory