Accounting Analyst
Salina, KS Accounting/Finance
Job Type
Full-time
Description

At Sunflower Bank, N.A. we’re experiencing great growth. Since our founding in 1892, we've been committed to serving our communities and supporting the team members who make it all possible. As a full-service financial institution, we offer a full range of relationship-focused services to meet personal, business, and wealth-management financial objectives. Creating Possibility is not just our mission, it’s what we do every day for clients and associates. Learn more about Sunflower Bank at sunflowerbank.com. 


Sunflower Bank, N.A. is looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of a full-time Accounting Analyst at our Salina, KS location. 


The Accounting Analyst position is responsible for the timely and accurate preparation of accounting entries, reports, and reconciliations, many of which utilize complex spreadsheets. These tasks involve assimilating data from various sources, updating spreadsheets and using analytical thinking skills throughout to determine their accuracy.


  • Managing prepaid expenses, accrued expenses and fixed assets/depreciation processing
  • Working with cash payments to third parties
  • Performing and communicating financial statement variance analysis during the monthly financial statement close process in a time-sensitive manner 
  • Estimating the impact on financial statements of regulatory amendments, business model alterations, software conversions, etc.
  • Preparing & remitting various state and local tax payments and returns as required 
  • Assisting with research on reconciliation discrepancies
  • Resolving errors and issues to resolution
  • Performing these and other activities within the control environment of Sunflower Bank.

Education / Experience Preferred:

  • Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in accounting preferred
  • Desire and aptitude to identify and investigate anomalies on financial reports
  • Proven ability to work independently & be able to communicate conclusions to management
  • Proven ability to look for improvements in efficiency or effectiveness of operational processes

Pay is dependent on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and location.


Working Conditions


The physical demands of this position require the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Employees may spend extended periods sitting or standing, using hands to operate computers or other equipment, and reaching for work-related tasks. Regular walking may be required, along with occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, or climbing. The role may involve lifting or moving items weighing up to 10 pounds. Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.


Sunflower Bank Benefits


People choose to “bank” with us, but for those we serve, we’re more than a bank. We strive to be the financial backbone of their lives, and we know that starts with our team.


Our supportive culture empowers team members to grow and seize new opportunities. Like our namesake, the sunflower, we are: 

 

  • Rooted in Strength 
  • Propelled by Growth 
  • Individuals in a Great Whole 
  • Creating Possibility 
  • Community Focused 


Associates enjoy outstanding benefits, including: 

  • 401(k) Plan with 6% Match 
  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance 
  • Company-paid Life Insurance 
  • Tuition Reimbursement 
  • Fitness Reimbursement 
  • Paid Time Off 
  • Volunteer Leave 
  • Paid Holidays 
  • Plus many more associate perks & incentives! 


If you qualify, apply online at www.sunflowerbank.com/careers. 


You’ve never worked anyplace like Sunflower Bank!


EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Vets


Sunflower Bank, N.A. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.


Open until filled; early application encouraged. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days.


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