Accountant Loan Accounting Dept Tucson

Zions Bancorporation is one of the nations premier financial services companies operating as a collection of great banks under local brands and management teams in high-growth western markets. Zions is regularly recognized by American Banker magazine as having a top banking team in its list of The Most Powerful Women in Banking. Our customers consistently vote us as the best bank in our local markets. We value our employees and we are committed to search out recognize and create fulfilling opportunities for outstanding people within our organization rewarding them for their contributions to our success. We recognize that banking is a local business and that to be successful we must have very strong ties to the communities we serve and strong relationships with our customers.

With benefits starting on day one 12 bank holidays profit sharing and company-matched 401(k) contributions Zions is dedicated to being an employer of choice in our communities. At Zions the possibilities are endless. You bring the talent; we bring the opportunity.

Zions Bancorporation N.A. Enterprise Finance & Accounting teams provide accurate financial statements. With a commitment to innovation and automation we have been providing our stakeholders clients and colleagues the best ethical reputation possible for over 150 years. Help us transform our workforce of the future today.

The Loan Accounting team falls within the Corporate Accounting team. We have oversight over the loan accounting for all Zions Bancorporations affiliate companies and the core applications that our loans are housed on. Responsibilities consists of daily general ledger entries and reconciliationsmonth-end closing activities quarterly regulatory reporting and accounting support for the Bancorporations business units. We also work with the Bancorporations internal and external auditors to provide supporting documentation as requested. Our focus is on automating as many processes as possible to free up time for critical thinking activities that support lending initiatives.

We are currently seeking anAccountant as part of our Loan Accounting department. If you want to learn a broad array of skills within the accounting profession this is the group for are plenty of growth opportunities within the enterprise.

We are now accepting resumes for our Accountant. This position is located in Tucson AZ.

The ideal candidate for this position will have the skills and experience to:

• Reconcile general ledger and subsidiary ledger accounts and maintain supporting records.
• Effectively work with various departments to ensure that appropriate accounting treatment is being applied for loans. Ensure that established accounting policies regulations and internal controls are being followed.
• Interact with various levels of credit lending and accounting employees regarding loan transactions.
• Assist with the preparation of loan-related financial statements and regulatory reporting schedules.
• Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures.
• May provide strategic recommendations and maintain solutions to business and financial problems.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Requires a Bachelors degree in accounting or finance.
• 0-4 years or experience in accounting financial analyst budgets balance sheets income statements.
• A combination of education and experience may meet job requirements.
• Bank or credit/lending background is preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting practices principles applications procedures and internal controls.
• Ability to reconcile General Ledger accounts and analyze financial statements.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word applications.
• Experience with Microsoft Access is desired.
• Good organizational problem resolution and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Good client relationship and communication skills.
• Ability to be a team player and work in a group atmosphere.

Benefits:

• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance - START DAY ONE!
• Life and Disability Insurance Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• Health Savings (HSA) Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts
• Paid Training Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays and any applicable state holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match Profit Sharing competitive compensation in line with work experience
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees enrolled in an accredited degree program related to the needs of the business maximum of $5250 per calendar year employees are eligible for the program upon hire
• Employee Ambassador preferred banking products