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Form of work"Republic Bank believes in the development and advancement of our associates. We offer the opportunity to learn all aspects of the company to prepare for future advancement. Come join our team for a career, not just a job!"
About Republic Bank
Republic Bank's values are built upon making an IMPACT for our clients, our associates and the communities we serve. (IMPACT stands for Innovate for the Future, Make it Easy, Provide Exceptional Service, Acknowledge & Celebrate Success, Commit to Caring and Thrive Together) The associates of Republic Bank are the key to our success as an organization and we value our associates. It's one of the reasons we've been named as one of the Best Places to Work in Kentucky for the last seven years! For more information about the company, please visit www.republicbank.com.
POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES:
The Accounting Intern is responsible for performing a variety of accounting and accounts payable duties under the direct supervision of management. This is a paid internship slated to begin in May 2024 and ending in May 2025.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Active pursuit of Accounting, Finance, Business/Economics, or related degree required with an anticipated graduation date of May 2025.
• Cumulative GPA 3.0 or greater required.
• Ability to work approximately 20 hours a week.
• Strong MS Office skills including, but not limited to Excel (2010 and above), Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Perform various general ledger and internal DDA reconciliations, work with accounting and various departments throughout the bank to research and resolve outstanding reconciling items.
• Prepare various regulatory, financial, and management reports using data from various Accounting and Republic Bank core systems and MS Office applications.
• Prepare manual general ledger journal entries and other account analysis to assist general accounting with daily and monthly accounting procedures.
• Perform audit checks of SEC filings and other Financial Reports by tying out reported financials and ratios to core system data and supporting documentation.
• Prepare purchasing requests, associate expense reports, and vendor invoices for processing to assist the purchasing and accounts payable team. Assist team with onboarding new associates and vendors, including updating training materials.
• Communicate directly with internal and external customers to answer questions and resolve issues.
• Update and document internal controls and procedures to ensure compliance with company accounting policies.
• Maintain a working knowledge of compliance requirements affecting your position and area of responsibilities and actively learn new regulations and assist in the implementation, if required.
• Model and foster behaviors that support the Bank's values and corporate culture creating an atmosphere of trust, cooperation, accountability, and dedication to the organization.
• Willingly perform all other duties and projects as assigned.
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
• Candidate should possess a natural curiosity for how banks work.
• Must be comfortable around technology.
• Candidate must possess excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Requires a high energy level and strong sense of urgency.
• Meticulous to detail and extremely organized.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the associate is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The associate frequently is required to stand or walk. The associate is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, and distance vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
• Travel between Republic Banking facilities may be required.
• Flexible work schedule that will include some evenings, weekends, and overtime.
• Stay abreast of new developments, best practices, and statutory and regulatory changes.
**The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
About Republic Bank
Republic Bank's values are built upon making an IMPACT for our clients, our associates and the communities we serve. (IMPACT stands for Innovate for the Future, Make it Easy, Provide Exceptional Service, Acknowledge & Celebrate Success, Commit to Caring and Thrive Together) The associates of Republic Bank are the key to our success as an organization and we value our associates. It's one of the reasons we've been named as one of the Best Places to Work in Kentucky for the last seven years! For more information about the company, please visit www.republicbank.com.
POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES:
The Accounting Intern is responsible for performing a variety of accounting and accounts payable duties under the direct supervision of management. This is a paid internship slated to begin in May 2024 and ending in May 2025.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Active pursuit of Accounting, Finance, Business/Economics, or related degree required with an anticipated graduation date of May 2025.
• Cumulative GPA 3.0 or greater required.
• Ability to work approximately 20 hours a week.
• Strong MS Office skills including, but not limited to Excel (2010 and above), Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Perform various general ledger and internal DDA reconciliations, work with accounting and various departments throughout the bank to research and resolve outstanding reconciling items.
• Prepare various regulatory, financial, and management reports using data from various Accounting and Republic Bank core systems and MS Office applications.
• Prepare manual general ledger journal entries and other account analysis to assist general accounting with daily and monthly accounting procedures.
• Perform audit checks of SEC filings and other Financial Reports by tying out reported financials and ratios to core system data and supporting documentation.
• Prepare purchasing requests, associate expense reports, and vendor invoices for processing to assist the purchasing and accounts payable team. Assist team with onboarding new associates and vendors, including updating training materials.
• Communicate directly with internal and external customers to answer questions and resolve issues.
• Update and document internal controls and procedures to ensure compliance with company accounting policies.
• Maintain a working knowledge of compliance requirements affecting your position and area of responsibilities and actively learn new regulations and assist in the implementation, if required.
• Model and foster behaviors that support the Bank's values and corporate culture creating an atmosphere of trust, cooperation, accountability, and dedication to the organization.
• Willingly perform all other duties and projects as assigned.
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
• Candidate should possess a natural curiosity for how banks work.
• Must be comfortable around technology.
• Candidate must possess excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Requires a high energy level and strong sense of urgency.
• Meticulous to detail and extremely organized.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the associate is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The associate frequently is required to stand or walk. The associate is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, and distance vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
• Travel between Republic Banking facilities may be required.
• Flexible work schedule that will include some evenings, weekends, and overtime.
• Stay abreast of new developments, best practices, and statutory and regulatory changes.
**The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
