Staff Accountant I

First Bank of the Lake; Osage Beach (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

First Bank of the Lake seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist to handle invoice processing, payments, and related general accounting duties. The role requires accuracy, adherence to AP policies, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities include processing invoices, preparing checks and electronic payments, maintaining AP files, and supporting month-end close. A degree in accounting or finance is preferred, with 0–2 years of experience in banking or finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar field.
• 0–2 years of banking, accounting, or finance experience.
• Must complete Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-money Laundering training.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and prepare AP checks, ACH, and other payments.
• Process employee expense reports and company credit card purchases.
• Monitor employee compliance with AP policies and procedures.
• Maintain all AP files and records.
• Maintain and update the fixed asset system, including additions, disposals, and depreciation entries.
• Communicate with vendors to resolve discrepancies and answer inquiries.
• Work with Third Party Risk Management to establish and maintain internal controls.
• Research AP items and run reports as requested.
• Prepare and file Sales/Use Tax Return.
• Process 1099s at year-end.
• Assist with call report preparation quarterly and month-end close.

Skills

Attention to detail

Accounting knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar field

Job description

Summary

Performs Accounts Payable responsibilities and other general accounting and finance activities. The ideal candidate will operate with minimal supervision and be relied upon to perform the essential duties below.

Job Functions: Accounts Payable (AP) is the primary responsibility of this position. Major elements of this process include:

Process invoices and prepare AP checks, ACH, and other payments

Process employee expense reports and company credit card purchases

Monitor employee compliance with all AP policies and procedures

Maintain all AP files and records

Maintain and update the fixed asset system, including additions, disposals, and depreciation entries, which is integrated with the AP system

Communicate with vendors to resolve discrepancies and answer inquiries

Work with Third Party Risk Management to establish and maintain internal controls

Research AP items and run reports as requested

Prepare and file Sales/Use Tax Return

Process 1099s at year-end

Other duties include the following:

Distribute essential morning reports daily

Perform daily, weekly and monthly general ledger reconciliations for the Holding Company and subsidiaries, as assigned.

Monitor and resolve stale dated reconciling items and elevate as needed.

Prepare and post manual journal entries for the Holding Company and subsidiaries, as needed.

Prepare and post prepaid expense entries and maintain records

Assist with private label banking invoicing and monitor aged receivables

Prepare Y-9SP semi-annually

Assist with Call Report preparation quarterly

Assist with month-end close process

Assist with audit and exam preparation and related gathering of requested information

Prepare and post other general ledger entries as required

Prepare other reports and perform other duties as required

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree is preferred in Accounting, Finance, or similar field
• 0-2 years of banking, accounting, or finance experience preferred
• Must complete all required training, including Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-money Laundering training, suitable to their position within the bank.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

EEO Statement

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other protected category.

All offers of employment shall be subject to the successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, verifications, and processes. Failure to comply with these processes or failure to successfully pass all phases of the pre-employment screening will result in a withdrawal of the employment offer.

Other Duties

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