Staff Accountant: GAAP, Month-End & Process Improvement

Fifth Third; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Fifth Third Bank in Cincinnati seeks a Staff Accountant to maintain accounting records and assist with month-end close. You will prepare daily entries, reconcile accounts, and ensure GAAP compliance while supporting financial statement preparation.

The role requires a bachelor’s in accounting/finance/economics, 1 year in accounting, and proficiency with Excel. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for this team-based environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics.
• Working knowledge of GAAP is preferred.
• Masters or CPA/CMA, etc. is a plus.
• Minimum of 1 year accounting experience in financial industry or public accounting.
• Proficient in Excel, Word and basic applications.
• Ability to learn systems such as Recon-Plus, Frontier, Mobius, & TM1.
• Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Accurately maintains all assigned accounting records and performs related accounting functions.
• Prepares daily entries and monitors accounts.
• Maintains account balances and reconciles accounts.
• Contributes to month-end close activities and reporting.
• Ensures compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Supports preparation of financial statements and reports.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics

Tools

Recon-Plus

Frontier

Mobius

TM1

Job description

Fifth Third Bank in Cincinnati seeks a Staff Accountant to maintain accounting records and assist with month-end close. You will prepare daily entries, reconcile accounts, and ensure GAAP compliance while supporting financial statement preparation.

The role requires a bachelor’s in accounting/finance/economics, 1 year in accounting, and proficiency with Excel. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for this team-based environment.