Lead Accountant

Lead Accountant

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in accounting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, SOX compliance, and financial reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Create general ledger accounting entries for a line of business, including revenues, expenses, assets, and liabilities.
• Perform account reconciliations, account-level analyses, and variance analysis delivering value-added insights to help drive business results, ensure accuracy in financial data, and support decision support.
• Perform timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and reporting.
• Prepare internal financial reports, including footnotes and financial tables, in compliance with US GAAP for various stakeholders within Key.
• Provide accounting support on strategic initiatives to line of business executives and finance teams.
• Conduct technical accounting research pertaining to Key and corporate accounting policies.
• Monitor and assess the impact of business process changes on the control environment and implement appropriate changes to ensure SOX compliance.
• Collaborate with various departments to drive growth and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Work closely with IT and Finance teams to optimize systems and data accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the banking industry or financial services, preferably with a Category 1 – 3 bank.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements specific to regional banks.
• Ability to adapt to changing regulations and implement necessary changes.