Staff Accountant

Chemung Canal Trust Company • Elmira, NY • 19h ago

Build your future with us.

At the heart of our success is a team of passionate, skilled, and dedicated individuals. We're on the lookout for people who thrive on delivering exceptional customer service and building lasting client relationships. Our culture is built to attract top talent, celebrate performance, and fuel professional growth.

As a proud community bank, we believe in giving back to the neighborhoods we serve. Supporting local events and organizations across our 14-county footprint isn't just something we do, it's who we are. It's our way of saying thank you to the people who make this region an incredible place to live, work, and grow.

Interested in making a difference while building a rewarding career?

We invite you to review the job description below and apply today. We look forward to learning more about you.

Together, we build something amazing-and we support you with benefits such as:

Profit Sharing/401K Plan

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

...and more!

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Here's how you'll make an impact

Responsible for independently managing key general ledger functions, performing complex account reconciliations, and providing analytical insights to support financial reporting, forecasting, and management decision-making.

Independently maintain and reconcile complex general ledger accounts and related subledgers, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GAAP.

Serve as a key contributor to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.

Prepare, review, and post daily and monthly journal entries requiring analysis, estimates, and judgement.

Complete schedules and maintain documentation for mortgage servicing rights, allowance for loan losses, other real estate owned, FDIC premiums, and other assigned areas.

Prepare and maintain schedules supporting current and deferred income tax accounts.

Maintain and oversee Fixed Asset schedules and sub-ledgers in accordance with corporate policy and GAAP.

Perform in-depth variance analysis on balance sheet and income statement accounts; identify trends, risks, and underlying business drivers, and communicate findings to Finance leadership.

Analyze financial results to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives.

Validate and analyze financial data used in SEC, regulatory, tax, and REIT reporting, ensuring consistency and integrity across reporting platforms.

Collaborate with Finance personnel to ensure compliance with established accounting procedures and internal controls.

Communicate and coordinate directly with external auditors during the annual financial statement audit.

Research and resolve discrepancies in a timely and accurate manner.

Provide oversight and backup support for accounts payable processes as needed, ensuring continuity of operations.

Participate in process improvement initiatives and internal control enhancements.

Conforms to General Performance Expectations as identified for all employees.

Qualifications/Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.

4-6 years of progressive experience in accounting or related field preferred.

Comprehensive understanding of accounting principles and mathematical proficiency.

Demonstrated proficiency in interpreting, analyzing and reporting financial information.

Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Effective communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Salary Range $55,380 to $70,000 Annually

Compensation offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education and, where applicable, licenses or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Along with a competitive compensation program please visit the benefits section of our Careers page to view available benefits.

Chemung Canal Trust Company/Capital Bank/Canal Bank fosters a diverse and inclusive culture where employees are able to succeed to their full potential. EEO/AA Including Veterans and Disabled.

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