Accounting Associate at Sunflower Bank NA – Salina, Kansas

At Sunflower Bank, N.A. we’re experiencing great growth. Since our founding in 1892, we've been committed to serving our communities and supporting the team members who make it all possible. As a full-service financial institution, we offer a full range of relationship-focused services to meet personal, business, and wealth-management financial objectives. Creating Possibility is not just our mission, it’s what we do every day for clients and associates. Learn more about Sunflower Bank at sunflowerbank.com.

Sunflower Bank, N.A. is looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of a full-time Accounting Associate at our Salina, KS location.

An Accounting Associate is responsible for vendor setup, processing invoices, expense reports, and payments to make sure they are within the company’s guidelines. The goal of an Accounting Associate is to ensure proper document is kept, that there are no unauthorized uses of the company’s funds, that expenses are coded correctly, and paid correctly and timely.

• Scan & process documentation and invoices into Metaviewer System.
• Utilize control procedures to protect the organization while processing invoices from receipt of invoice to payment, to include vendor setup and maintenance, coding invoices, and obtaining approvals.
• Process employee expense reports, including verification of receipts and coding.
• Ensure all accounts payable policies and procedures are adhered to, including travel and related expenses, vendor approval and invoice processing.
• Responsible for imaging and record retention of all accounts payable documents.
• Work with vendors for necessary documentation and confirmation of changes.
• Provide accuracy review of Accounts Payable payments.
• Comply with and maintain understanding of bank policies, procedures, and banking regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of internal and external customer information as well as company information.
• Maintain effective business relationships with those with whom business is conducted, both inside and outside of the bank, including co-workers, customers, vendors, and others.
• Perform the job in accordance with applicable industry laws and regulations as well as the policies and procedures established by the company.
• Responsible for upholding Fair and Responsible Banking practices and Code of Ethics and Conduct guidelines.
• Understand and participate in the Bank’s Community Reinvestment Act program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education / Experience Preferred:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and willingness to learn new systems
• 2 years of experience in office accounting setting.
• Accounting experience preferred with attention to detail and neatness.
• Ability to offer and communicate findings with other accounting and managerial staff.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with and maintaining confidential information.
• 40 WPM typing required and 10-key by touch preferred.

Pay is dependent on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and location.

Working Conditions

The physical demands of this position require the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Employees may spend extended periods sitting or standing, using hands to operate computers or other equipment, and reaching for work-related tasks. Regular walking may be required, along with occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, or climbing. The role may involve lifting or moving items weighing up to 10 pounds. Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Sunflower Bank Benefits

People choose to “bank” with us, but for those we serve, we’re more than a bank. We strive to be the financial backbone of their lives, and we know that starts with our team.

Our supportive culture empowers team members to grow and seize new opportunities. Like our namesake, the sunflower, we are:

• Rooted in Strength
• Propelled by Growth
• Individuals in a Great Whole
• Creating Possibility
• Community Focused

Associates enjoy outstanding benefits, including:

• 401(k) Plan with 6% Match
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Plus many more associate perks & incentives!

If you qualify, apply online at www.sunflowerbank.com/careers.

You’ve never worked anyplace like Sunflower Bank!

EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Vets

Sunflower Bank, N.A. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Open until filled; early application encouraged. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days.

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