Byline Bank is a full-service commercial bank headquartered in Chicago, dedicated to serving small- and medium-sized businesses. The Financial Reporting Specialist is responsible for preparing and supporting internal and external financial reporting requirements, including financial statements and regulatory filings.
Responsibilities
- Collects and evaluates financial information to develop and deliver standard and ad-hoc financial analysis
- Ensures the timely preparation and delivery of financial statements reported to senior management, Board of Directors, investors, regulatory parties, and other external parties
- Supports the preparation of regulatory reports to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Federal Reserve Bank and Federal Home Loan Bank that include, but are not limited to, the quarterly Call Report, FR Y-9C, FR Y9LP, FR Y-8 and Qualified Collateral Reports
- Supports the preparation of filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission
- Supports the quarterly earnings call process by compiling financial data, supporting schedules, and presentation materials, including data validation and tie-outs
- Analyzes financial statements and other data to identify trends or issues that may require further investigation
- Creates reports based on findings from audits or internal reviews to help management make informed decisions about operations or processes
- Reviews financial information to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
- Identifies and communicates to management process improvements that reduce workloads or improve quality
- Works with internal and external parties to coordinate, track and deliver requested materials
- Maintains knowledge on current and emerging developments/trends, assessing the impact, and collaborating with management to incorporate new trends and developments in current and future solutions
- Stays abreast of new accounting and regulatory pronouncements and standards to gain an understanding of their impact on the Company’s process and accounting and tax policies/procedures
- All other duties as assigned
Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
- 1+ years of experience in financial analysis and an understanding of accounting policies
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interact with all levels of management and staff
- Proficiency in MS Office applications, with a strong emphasis on Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Be self-motivated and an effective time and project manager with a strong attention to detail
- Solid project management skills including, critical ability to coordinate and balance multiple projects in a time-sensitive environment, under pressure, and meeting deadlines
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental
- Vision
- Disability
- 401k
- Paid time off
- Discretionary bonuses
- Other benefit programs
- Work-life flexibility
- Support a hybrid work environment for this position
Company Overview
Byline Bank provides personal banking and business banking services. It was founded in 1914, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.bylinebank.com.