Senior Accountant

Coastal Community Bank; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Community Bank is seeking a motivated Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulations, and maintaining financial integrity. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in GAAP, SEC guidelines, and relevant accounting experience, contributing to our mission of innovative banking solutions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in financial reconciliation and regulatory reporting.
• Expertise in GAAP compliance and SEC reporting.
• Strong understanding of banking regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex reconciliations of cash and general ledger accounts.
• Prepare financial reports for regulatory and Board of Directors.
• Develop and maintain financial integrity through accurate ledger entries.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Workiva

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

ABOUT US

Coastal Community Bank is a little bit of banking and a little bit of tech-ing. The people at Coastal don’t just help people with their banking; they help reshape how banking technology allows and serves EVERYONE. We think and work like entrepreneurs, always moving and constantly improving. We care about each other, are go-getters, work hard, and play hard. If you're someone who thrives on innovation, wants to help others succeed, knows how to think outside the box, and believes that we're all in this together—you belong here.

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WHAT YOU'LL DO

We are seeking a well-rounded and motivated Accountant III (Senior Accountant) to join our growing Finance team. As a Senior Accountant, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and integrity of financial transactions. You will handle a variety of key accounting and financial reporting processes, maintain financial data, and ensure internal controls are followed to maintain the integrity of the company’s financial records. Your expertise in GAAP, SEC regulations, and accounting will support Coastal’s financial stability and strategic growth.

Requirements

HOW YOU'LL DO IT

• Perform complex reconciliations of cash and general ledger accounts.
• Partner with teams across the organization (Bank Operations, Finance, HR, Payroll) to investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Prepare and analyze SEC, regulatory, and Board of Directors financial reports.
• Develop and record accurate general ledger entries, maintaining financial integrity.
• Prepare or review financial schedules for audits, financial reporting, and management.
• Monitor and report on the progress of software development projects, ensuring accurate cost allocation.
• Handle accounting and reporting of stock-based compensation, including expense recognition and equity transactions.
• Utilize Workiva and advanced Microsoft Excel skills to enhance and automate financial processes.
• Read, interpret, and apply GAAP, SEC, and regulatory guidance to ensure full compliance.
• Maintain and update written accounting plans, desktop procedures, and documentation for assigned functions.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Ability to navigate accounting challenges, including stock-based compensation and software cost allocation.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a commitment to accuracy and financial integrity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to meet tight timelines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to manage project assignments through to completion.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in financial reconciliation, general ledger accounting or regulatory reporting.
• Expertise in digital payments accounting and financial reconciliations.
• Strong understanding of GAAP compliance, SEC reporting, and banking regulations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, VBA).
• Proficiency in financial data analysis tools such as Workiva is a plus.
• Experience in banking, financial services, or fintech preferred.

HOW YOU’LL THRIVE AT COASTAL

• Be the Best – Communicate effectively, pay close attention to detail, and prioritize your personal development.
• Be Relentless – Thrive in a goal-oriented environment exercising both patience and persistence. Advocate for our customers and team members and strive to promote the Coastal Difference.
• Be Un-Bankey – Be a forward thinker with a creative mindset. Build long-lasting relationships promoting the Coastal Difference, built on a foundation of integrity, honesty, and trust.
• Embrace Gray Thinking – Use sound judgment while decision-making and problem-solving. Think outside the box.
• Stay Flexible – Organize and strategize effectively while always being prepared to adapt on the fly. Seek efficiencies for Coastal to work smarter, not harder.
• Take Care of Each Other – Understand what it means to be a true team player and have your teammate's back. Practice self-awareness and build your emotional intelligence.

BEING YOU AT COASTAL

Coastal Community Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below are required to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to:

• Sit for extended periods of time.
• Stand for extended periods of time.
• Perform repetitive finger, hand, and arm movement.
• Use electronic office equipment such as a computer keyboard, mouse, ten key, telephone, etc.
• View and read computer screens for extended periods.
• Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Salary Description

$80,000.00 - $96,270.00 annually