Staff Accountant

Union Bank & Trust; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Union Bank & Trust is seeking a Controllers Staff Accountant in Lincoln, NE. The role supports daily and monthly accounting operations including bank activity monitoring, wire requests, expense reimbursements, and GL reconciliation.

The position offers a hybrid work option after onboarding and requires adherence to banking policies and controls. The ideal candidate has an Associate degree in accounting or related field, proficiency with Microsoft Office and QuickBooks Online, and strong research

Qualifications

• Associate degree required in accounting, finance, or business administration.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and QuickBooks Online.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and tax regulations.
• Excellent research capabilities.
• Accounting experience preferred.
• Banking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Federal Reserve and correspondent bank accounts; generate recurring wire requests as needed.
• Process employee expense reimbursements and credit card statements via the Concur system.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and research outstanding items daily to monthly.
• Complete monthly bank analysis entries for correspondent bank accounts.
• Record affiliate deposits in QuickBooks Online for AR activity.
• Provide backup support for other Controllers staff.
• Adhere to bank policies, laws, and internal controls; complete compliance training.
• Report compliance issues per bank policy.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

QuickBooks Online

Accounting principles

Research skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Tools

Concur

Job description

Position Summary

The Controllers Staff Accountant supports daily and monthly accounting operations by monitoring correspondent bank activity, preparing recurring wire requests, processing employee expense reimbursements and credit card statements, reconciling general ledger accounts, researching outstanding items, and supporting department controls, compliance, and backup coverage needs.

Essential Functions

• Monitor activity in the Federal Reserve and other correspondent bank accounts, generating applicable recurring wire requests, as needed.
• Process employee expense reimbursements and credit card statements through the Concur system.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and research outstanding items on daily, weekly, and monthly frequency.
• Complete monthly bank analysis entry for correspondent bank accounts.
• Record affiliate deposits in QuickBooks online for Accounts Receivable activity.
• Provide backup support for other Controllers staff as needed.
• Understand and adhere to all bank policies, laws, and regulations applicable to their role. Complete compliance training; follow internal processes and controls as required.
• Report all compliance issues, violations of law or regulations in accordance with the steps defined in bank policies.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Perform other job-related duties or special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, QuickBooks Online, and other related software.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and sales and tax regulations.
• Excellent research capabilities.
• Accounting experience preferred.
• Banking experience preferred.

Preferred Talents

• Accurate and detailed
• Organized
• Effective Communicator
• Time efficient and deadline driven
• Self-directed and takes initiative

Working Environment

Some sedentary work. Lifting and/or carrying up to 10 lbs. occasionally.

Indoor work. Not exposed to outdoor elements or hazards.

This role is eligible for hybrid work from home opportunity under the work from home guidelines upon completion of onboarding.

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