Manager, Corporate Accounting at Webster Bank in Waterbury, Connecticut

Job Description:

Job Description



If you're looking for a meaningful career, you'll find it here at Webster. Founded in 1935, our focus has always been to put people first--doing whatever we can to help individuals, families, businesses and our colleagues achieve their financial goals. As a leading commercial bank, we remain passionate about serving our clients and supporting our communities. Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Agility, Respect, Excellence are Webster's values, these set us apart as a bank and as an employer.


Come join our team where you can expand your career potential, benefit from our robust development opportunities, and enjoy meaningful work!


We are looking for an experienced Manager of Corporate Accounting to oversee general accounting operations across the organization by performing month-end close procedures, coordinating accounting activities and verifying financial transactions. Responsibilities include monitoring and analyzing general ledger accounts; managing close and consolidation schedules; and preparing and reviewing journal entries, financial statements and reports. Looking for a detail-oriented, highly organized member of a cohesive team who can collaborate with all levels of management and perform under pressure. A successful candidate will combine excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports and forecasts.

• Verify accuracy of journal entries, account balances, and accounting classifications within various reports. Assure that all reports and disclosures comply with applicable regulatory requirements, professional standards, and internal policies and procedures.


• Participate and contribute to the accurate production/review of corporate financial deliverables.


• Prepare analytical reviews of financial statements during closing process.


• Field questions concerning financial results.


• Follow up on accounting/system issues that affect the company and recommend improvements to work flow and systems to management.


• Ensure the integrity of financial statements. Ensure that financial statements an in compliance with GAAP, company policies, accounting and SOX control procedures, and governmental requirements.


• Assists and provide support with the annual external audit.


• Financial advisor to support the executives of line of businesses by providing financial and analytical counsel to facilitate decision-making around strategic business initiatives.


• Assist others within the accounting department with research of issues that require advanced accounting or system knowledge.

Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.


• 3+ years accounting experience in public accounting or the financial services industry preferred.


• CPA designation preferred but not required.

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