Accounting Senior Manager - First Interstate BancSystem : Job Details

If you are a current FIB employee, please apply through the Career Worklet in the Employee Portal.

This position may be located at any of the First Interstate Bank offices in Arizona, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota and Wyoming.

What's Important to You

We know your career is just one aspect of a meaningful, complex, and demanding life. That's why we designed our compensation and benefits package to provide employees and their families with as much choice as possible.

* Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) in addition to paid federal holidays.

* Student debt employer repayment program.

* 401(k) retirement plan with a 6% match.

* The health and happiness of the places we call home matter to us. Learn a little more about what we do for the communities we serve, and why we want YOU to be a part of it.

We encourage you to apply. Reach for what you want and tell us why your work ethic and willingness to learn make you a natural fit for #TeamFirstInterstate.

SUMMARY

The Accounting Senior Manager is responsible for financial functions of First Interstate BancSystem, Inc. and its subsidiaries. These functions include financial activities of the company, including accounting, internal reporting, mergers and acquisitions and income taxes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Provides leadership and oversight for the accounting and accounts payable department.

* Promotes an understanding of the company, its goals, and how each department contributes.

* Leads and supervises a corporate accounting team by effectively managing monthly processes for assigned areas including preparation of internal and external financial reporting packages.

* Analyzes and reviews financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with Internal Controls and US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

* Reviews general ledger entries and account reconciliations; leads these programs to ensure work is completed accurately, timely, and completely.

* Gathers and provides support for external and internal audits and make recommendations to accounting procedures.

* Manages an accurate and timely month-end close process including the close calendar, close checklist, and develop/maintain policies, processes, and procedures to ensure an efficient and reliable close process.

* Prepares key monthly variance account reviews including key indicators and statistics.

* Assists in the preparation and review of year-end audited financial statements and specific disclosures for areas of assignment.

* Provides on-going review of accounting procedures, systems, and processes to ensure efficiency and implementation of best practices.

* Identifies opportunities for automation and improved financial reporting.

* Prepares ad hoc reports, financial analyses, and participate in special projects.

* Collaborates with the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team with variance and trend analysis.

* Partners across the organization to resolve complex issues.

* Keeps abreast of industry changes and regulatory requirements and oversee and/or assist with examinations conducted by auditors and regulatory agencies.

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

* Hires, supervises, evaluates, mentors, and develops accounting staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

* Ability to organize and prioritize workload.

* Demonstrate skill in use of microcomputer, financial software and spreadsheets.

* Proficiency of utilizing Word and Excel.

* Possess required technical skills in area of accounting.

* Strive to improve efficiencies and quality.

* Sharp analytical and critical thinking skills with a process improvement mindset.

* Strong attention to detail.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

* Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

* 10+ years accounting, finance, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience required

* 4-6 years management experience

* Knowledge of Oracle preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

* Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment are representative of those that must be met or encountered to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

* Dexterity of hands/fingers to operate computer keyboard and mouse - Frequently

* Sitting - Frequently

* Standing - Occasionally

* Noise Level - Moderate

* Typical Work hours - M-F (8-5)

* Regular and Predictable Attendance - Required

If you are a current FIB employee, please apply through the Career Worklet in the Employee Portal.