Staff Accountant
The Staff Accountant at Confidential Client supports daily financial operations including ledger management, bank reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting. This role ensures compliance with banking regulations, assists with audits, and collaborates across departments to maintain the bank's financial integrity within a customer-focused community banking environment.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day financial operations of a community bank in Knoxville, TN. You will help maintain accurate financial records, prepare internal reports, and ensure compliance with accounting standards and banking regulations.
- Assist with general ledger maintenance: record daily transactions and ensure accurate posting.
- Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
- Process accounts payable and receivable transactions, ensuring timely and accurate posting.
- Prepare and assist in the production of financial reports (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow).
- Support loan portfolio accounting tasks, including reconciliation of loan balances.
- Provide documentation and support for internal and external audits.
- Maintain organized records and ensure proper filing for regulatory and operational needs.
- Collaborate with lending, operations, and compliance teams to collect information and provide accounting support.
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in a high-volume environment.
- Solid analytical and problem-solving skills; able to identify and explain variances.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills to present information to team members and management.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and respond to audit requests.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior internship or work experience in a financial institution or accounting role.
- Knowledge of GAAP and community banking regulatory requirements (e.g., FDIC reporting).
- Experience with banking systems or financial reporting tools.
Position Details
- Employment type: Full time (Contractor role listed as well per client requisition — final offer will specify employment classification).
- Location: Knoxville, TN (on-site).
- Estimated pay: $67,484 per year (estimated).
- This position will report to the finance/accounting manager and includes opportunities for on-the-job training and professional development.
- Applicants: please include salary requirements in your resume/cover correspondence where requested so the client can consider fit.
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