Accounting Specialist I, Hillsdale

County National Bank (CNB) is an independent, locally owned, community bank that is successful and growing whose mission is to "sustain its deep commitment to the community and its traditions of excellence in all aspects of banking and provide outstanding client service and solid financial performance."
We invite you to share in our mission and vision as a community banker, making a difference in your community while experiencing excellent benefits and career opportunities.
CNB is looking for an experienced, motivated, and client- and team-focused individual to join our team as an Account Specialist 1, ON-SITE in our Hillsdale Branch.
JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for performing duties in accounting and accounts payable; including reconciling accounts and bank statements, preparing various reports, data mining and assisting with annual audits.
DUTIES

Reconciles various accounts between sub-ledger and General Ledger.
Reviews General Ledger daily
Assists with regulatory reports and has the opportunity for data mining for ALM and other quarter end processes.
Supports the Vendor Management program.
Assists with month end accounting close process.
Prepares and assists with various accounting projections, analyses and projects.
Maintains cross-training within the department and assisting the Senior Accounting with various tasks.
Works closely with Senior Accountant on annual audits and budget pulling data.
Maintains and protects confidentiality of customer information.
Maintains regular, on-time attendance.
Remains current in assigned training and continuing education for designation retention (online, video, in-house emails, telephone seminars, etc.)
Complies with all regulatory requirements including Bank Secrecy Act and all others specific to their position.
Performs other various duties as assigned.
CONTACT WITH OTHERS - INTERNAL

Communicates on a regular basis with all staff members on various tasks.
CONTACT WITH OTHERS - EXTERNAL

Communicates on a regular basis with correspondent banks, third party software and service providers/vendors.
SKILLS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Associate degree required with focus on Accounting, Bachelor's degree preferred. Comparable accounting experience may be considered.
Previous banking experience helpful, but not required.
Passion for providing a stellar customer service experience to all customers (external and internal) and ability to instill this passion in others.
Excellent interpersonal skills (tactfulness, cooperation, courteousness and customer friendliness) are necessary to represent the bank in a positive manner.
Positive and cooperative approach when working with others.
Excellent written communication skills with demonstrated ability to write communications clearly, concisely and effectively, with attention to detail for visually appealing output and accurately proofreading publications.
Excellent verbal communication skills with the demonstrated ability to effectively present information to customers and management.
Strong administrative and organizational skills with effectiveness in developing tasks and managing resources to achieve targets/goals.
Positive and cooperative approach when working with others.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Ability to multi-task while paying attention to details.
Ability to efficiently and accurately keyboard information, both computer and calculator.
Strong computer skills with a proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 work environment will include:

Works in a normal office environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully 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 is regularly required to:

Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Keyboard information (computer and calculator).