Verified Job
Accounting - Finance
Sr Staff Accountant
Accounting - Finance
#627539
Remote / WFH
Job Description
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Description
At Citizens, we’re more than a bank! Here, you’ll experience new things, create new opportunities, think beyond your role, and make an impact!
The Controller’s Group at Citizens Bank is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional to join the Commercial Payment Reconciliation Team. This role is responsible for performing and reviewing general ledger account reconciliations across a variety of financial functions, including cash, accruals, suspense, foreign currency, intercompany accounts, and transaction processing systems.
As a key part of the bank’s internal control framework, this position partners closely with internal stakeholders to ensure timely, accurate, and policy-compliant reconciliations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of accounting principles, a critical eye for documentation, and a collaborative mindset to support financial integrity and operational excellence.
Most importantly, as a part of our team you’re made ready for a fulfilling career with exciting challenges and opportunities to stretch yourself!
Primary responsibilities include
Prepare and maintain general ledger account reconciliations for various financial accounts.
Review and validate supporting documentation from business lines, providing effective challenge when necessary.
Coordinate workflow, ensure deadlines are met, and assist manager with departmental oversight.
Ensure all reconciliations comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal bank policies.
Support the preparation of schedules and documentation for financial reporting and external audits.
Collaborate with business units to resolve reconciliation-related issues and provide training or guidance as needed.
Perform analytical or more technically difficult projects as assigned.
Qualifications, Education, Certifications and/or Other Professional Credentials
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
2+ years of experience in accounting, reconciliation, or financial operations (banking experience preferred).
Strong understanding of GAAP and internal control principles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with general ledger systems.
Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Hours & Work Schedule
Hours per Week: 40
Work Schedule: M-F
Some job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, ****** orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability.
Background Check
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the candidate successfully passing a background check, which may include initial credit, motor vehicle record, public record, prior employment verification, and criminal background checks. Results of the background check are individually reviewed based upon legal requirements imposed by our regulators and with consideration of the nature and gravity of the background history and the job offered. Any offer of employment will include further information.
Benefits
We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more.
Awards We've Received
Age-Friendly Institute's Certified Age-Friendly Employer
Dave Thomas Foundation’s Best Adoption-Friendly Workplace
Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index 100 Award
Disability:IN Best Places to Work for People with Disabilities
Fair360 Top Regional Company
FORTUNE’s World’s Most Admired Companies
Military Friendly® Employer
Description
At Citizens, we’re more than a bank! Here, you’ll experience new things, create new opportunities, think beyond your role, and make an impact!
The Controller’s Group at Citizens Bank is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional to join the Commercial Payment Reconciliation Team. This role is responsible for performing and reviewing general ledger account reconciliations across a variety of financial functions, including cash, accruals, suspense, foreign currency, intercompany accounts, and transaction processing systems.
As a key part of the bank’s internal control framework, this position partners closely with internal stakeholders to ensure timely, accurate, and policy-compliant reconciliations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of accounting principles, a critical eye for documentation, and a collaborative mindset to support financial integrity and operational excellence.
Most importantly, as a part of our team you’re made ready for a fulfilling career with exciting challenges and opportunities to stretch yourself!
Primary responsibilities include
Prepare and maintain general ledger account reconciliations for various financial accounts.
Review and validate supporting documentation from business lines, providing effective challenge when necessary.
Coordinate workflow, ensure deadlines are met, and assist manager with departmental oversight.
Ensure all reconciliations comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal bank policies.
Support the preparation of schedules and documentation for financial reporting and external audits.
Collaborate with business units to resolve reconciliation-related issues and provide training or guidance as needed.
Perform analytical or more technically difficult projects as assigned.
Qualifications, Education, Certifications and/or Other Professional Credentials
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
2+ years of experience in accounting, reconciliation, or financial operations (banking experience preferred).
Strong understanding of GAAP and internal control principles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with general ledger systems.
Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Hours & Work Schedule
Hours per Week: 40
Work Schedule: M-F
Some job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, ****** orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability.
Background Check
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the candidate successfully passing a background check, which may include initial credit, motor vehicle record, public record, prior employment verification, and criminal background checks. Results of the background check are individually reviewed based upon legal requirements imposed by our regulators and with consideration of the nature and gravity of the background history and the job offered. Any offer of employment will include further information.
Benefits
We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more.
Awards We've Received
Age-Friendly Institute's Certified Age-Friendly Employer
Dave Thomas Foundation’s Best Adoption-Friendly Workplace
Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index 100 Award
Disability:IN Best Places to Work for People with Disabilities
Fair360 Top Regional Company
FORTUNE’s World’s Most Admired Companies
Military Friendly® Employer
