Accounting Policy Analyst I or II

Job Summary:
Performs and supports activities associated with maintaining ledger accounts and developing financial statements and reports in one or more areas of Corporate Finance. Ensures accuracy of ledger accounts and produces and analyzes financial reports to meet industry and statutory requirements. May analyze trends and make recommendations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs detailed accounting assignments including gathering and compiling information to prepare entries and to update reports. Provides accounting support and assistance with the preparation of business cases. 
• Maintains accurate ledger accounts and other various accounting and/or financial records. Produces monthly, quarterly and/or annual financial statements and management reports. 
• Generates forecasts and analyzes trends in sales, finance or other related areas of interest. Researches and analyze rates of return, depreciation, investments and other financial indicators. Provides findings/recommendations to management. 
• Prepares, examines, and analyzes accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards. 
• Participates in performing specialized financial, accounting or planning functions such as reporting, reconciliation, budgeting and forecasting. May prepare, maintain, analyze and report on organizational, business unit or departmental budgets. 
• Each team member is expected to be aware of risk within their functional area. This includes observing all policies, procedures, laws, regulations and risk limits specific to their role. Additionally, they should raise and report known or suspected violations to the appropriate Company authority in a timely fashion. 
• Performs other related duties as required.

The information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Synovus is an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting diversity in the workplace.

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or other related discipline.

Minimum Experience: One year of relevant accounting/financial experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.