Senior Accounting Specialist - Reconciliation Center of Excellence

Job Description:

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.

Being a Great Place to Work is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. This includes our commitment to being an inclusive workplace, attracting and developing exceptional talent, supporting our teammates' physical, emotional, and financial wellness, recognizing and rewarding performance, and how we make an impact in the communities we serve.

Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture with specific requirements for office-based attendance and which allows for an appropriate level of flexibility for our teammates and businesses based on role-specific considerations.

At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!

Job Description:
This job is responsible for resolving complex operational accounting functions and issues in accordance with standard procedures. Key responsibilities include conducting analyses of complex issues related to all operational accounting functions, such as general accounting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. Job expectations include performing analytical research and leveraging judgment to make informed decisions using accounting systems and tools, following established processes, coaching and training employees, and handling exceptions and escalations within the Line of Business.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct analyses of complex issues related to all operational accounting functions, such as general accounting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Perform analytical research and leverage judgment to make informed decisions using accounting systems and tools, following established processes
• Process daily exception and case processing volumes related to various consumer products (i.e. payment rejects, escheat due diligence, overdraft, misapplied balance transfers, etc.)
• Maintains accurate and complete records including ledgers, invoices, and receipts by referencing documents to verify, record, and process transactions
• Handle exceptions and escalations within the line of business.
• Prepares financial reports and budgets and assists with audits to resolve discrepancies
• Processes and organizes invoices to ensure bills are received and paid in a timely manner
• Demonstrates an understanding of workflow processes and adheres to Service Level Agreements and federal and state laws, rules, and regulations
• Manages the end-to-end workflow process by using various accounting systems and tools
• Researches and analyzes complex procedures, cases, and situations that may come up during account reconciliation activities

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of operational accounting experience
• Previous experience with general ledger
• Thorough understanding of debits and credits
• Knowledge of card products
• Proficient skills utilizing MS Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent research, analytical & decision making skills
• Ability to multi-task and meet specific performance goals

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with Recon Plus, PIX, eLedger, FDES, BOSS, Card IS, Content Navigator, MSS, BFT, Cashpro and TSYS
• Demonstrates ability to work flexible schedules and adapt quickly to change
• Demonstrates leadership skills consistently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Skills:

• Business Acumen
• Financial Accounting
• Project Management
• Research
• Written Communications
• Attention to Detail
• Coaching
• Issue Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Relationship Building
• Adaptability
• Business Process Analysis
• Critical Thinking
• Data Visualization
• Learning Delivery

Minimum Education Requirement: High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent

Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week:
40