Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description
Arundel Federal Savings Bank located in Anne Arundel County seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist for the Glen Burnie, MD Office.
This position, under general supervision, following established policies and procedures, is primarily responsible for Accounts Payable, General Accounting and Audit; ATM and Debit Card Services; Legal Processing; and assisting Accounting Operations Team processing (e.g., Wire Transfers, ACH, branch cash, and checking and savings returns). Responds to questions or provides information upon request from customers (internal and external). Processes requests, as appropriate. Assists customers and potential customers in understanding and utilizing bank products and services.

Is this the job for you? Are you a problem solver, and have an eye for detail? If so, this may be the job for you.
As the Accounts Payable Specialist you will be responsible for:

• Accounts Payable and General Accounting
  • Responsible for Accounts Payable, accounts receivable, and payroll posting. Complete all payments and payroll entries, fully, accurately, and timely. Contacts vendors and providers as needed, including, lease payments and receipts, general and administrative expenses and accruals, bank utilities and communications expenses, corporate credit card payables, and ground rent receivables.
  • Responsible for tax settlements and payments including, federal and state backup withholding, sales and use taxes, and personal and real property taxes.
  • Responsible for bank account cash management and reconciliations.
  • Process legal garnishments, attachments, tax levies, and subpoenas on a timely basis.
  • Assist with internal and external audits and examinations.
• ATM Terminal and Debit Card Operations
  • Responsible for daily ATM terminal and debit card settlements.
  • Service branch and customer card inquiries and ATM and debit card disputes in accordance with Regulation E - EFT regulations.
  • Responsible for monitoring debit card fraud alerts, suspicious activity, and preventative measures.
  • Assist with ATM terminal operations and support; process ATM terminal service tickets and assist with upgrades and installations.
  • Assist with debit card marketing promotions and initiatives.
• Accounting Operations and Backup, Including Regulatory Compliance
  • Assist the Accounting Operations wire transfer team including wire transfers; checking and savings exceptions and returns and balancing. ACH, wire transfers, and cash orders in accordance with regulations.
  • Fraud and Loss Prevention. Proactively monitor and manage questionable account activity. Promptly restrict accounts as necessary and pursue collection efforts thereof.
• Other duties
  • Responsible for adherence with bank policies, procedures, and internal controls. Develop and maintain up-to-date standard operating procedures and internal controls, and service objectives.
  • Maintain excellent internal and external customer service.
  • Performs other accounting/processing duties as assigned.
  • Responsible for applying requirements relating to Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), and Customer Identification Program (CIP) including Beneficial Ownership (BO).
  • Complete all annual required BSA and other bank compliance training as assigned in a timely manner.

Are you the one we need? If you are, youll have these qualifications:

• High school degree or equivalent (GED).
• Minimum three years experience in Accounts Payable/bookkeeping and banking experience preferred.
• Knowledgeable in electronic banking rules and regulations.
• Must possess the ability to manage multiple projects/priorities simultaneously and meet required deadlines.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and understanding of basic math logic.
• Excellent verbal, written, telephone and interpersonal communication skills.
• PC proficient, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), other software applications, and the Internet.
• Must possess strong service orientation and be a team participant.
• Some local travel, as needed.
• Ability to function in a financial institution branch environment and use standard office equipment, including, but not limited to: PC, fax, copier, telephone.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (i.e., file boxes).

Why join Arundel Federal? We are a community retail bank focusing on deposits and lending, serving Anne Arundel County since 1906. Your Vision. Our Strength." is the phrase that describes what we do and have consistently done for over 100 years: use our strong capital position and financial strength to help our customers achieve their financial dreams and personal visions.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, HRA, FSA, paid holidays, and 401(k) profit sharing plan. Learn more about Arundel Federal at: https://www.arundelfederal.com/.

Arundel Federal is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, national origin, sex gender identity/expression, age, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, genetics, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy-related conditions, or political beliefs. We also maintain a drug-free workplace.