Accounting Analyst

Position Summary

The Accounting Analyst is responsible for the timely processing and maintenance of accounting records. Key responsibilities include:  

• Preparing and processing key interfaces and journal entries

• Maintaining and reconciling balance sheet and general ledger accounts

• Assisting with month-end and year-end closing procedures

• Performing monthly financial analytics

Primary Success Factors

• The Accounting Analyst is responsible for various areas in the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries and reconciliation of various general ledger and subledger balances to source systems or other supporting documentation.

• Responsible for preparing financial reports, including certain quarterly and annual disclosures in SEC and related filings.

• Conduct financial statement variance analysis, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

• Prepares filing of the Bank’s 1099 and tax filings.

• Reviews and provides recommendations regarding proper controls and procedures to ensure the integrity of the Bank’s accounting records and reports; suggests recommendations regarding workflow and improving the department’s operating systems.

• Maintains accurate financial records and documentation in accordance with accounting best practices.

• Prepares documentation for audits and examiners, providing interpretation of the Bank’s accounting records.

• Ensures compliance with applicable policies, procedures and regulations to ensure safe and sound business operations; works effectively and in support of other individuals and departments to achieve objectives listed herein.

• General assistance in other controllership functions as required.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

• Three or more years of experience; public accounting, and/or corporate accounting preferred

• Financial services industry knowledge preferred

• Experience with accounting systems preferred (i.e., Workday)

• Experience with data visualization software preferred (i.e., Tableau)

• CPA preferred

• Understanding and working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and ability to apply knowledge of accounting principles and practices

• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills

• Detail oriented and excellent organizational and written/verbal communication skills

• Knowledge of automated accounting systems and their ability to interface from one to another

• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to influence and motivate internal staff, peers, and other department customers

Candidates with a minimum of five years of experience may be considered for a higher level role.

It is the policy of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh to ensure equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation or status as a parent as defined by applicable law. It is the Bank's policy to comply with applicable laws concerning the employment of persons with disabilities, including reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities.