Reconcilement Specialist - Bank Operations - Wheeling, WV

This position is 100% remote within the Bank's footprint. Employee will work full time remote outside of a WesBanco location (may occasionally attend in person meetings, although primary functions of the role are performed remotely).

Associate's Degree in Accounting or Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting or at least 1 year of relevant experience in accounting, finance or reconcilements

Strong knowledge of accounting debits/credits and reconcilement processes

SUMMARY:

The reconcilement area is responsible for the daily and monthly reconcilement of GL accounts, internal accounts, and all applications. This position is responsible for the daily reconcilement of more difficult bank records in accordance with established Bank policies and procedures, alerting the Reconcilement Manager of any and all out-of-balance conditions, and taking the necessary action to ensure that outstanding outages are researched and corrected.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Professional demeanor in appearance, interpersonal relations, work ethic and attitude.

Possess clear, concise, effective written and oral communication skills to effectively express thoughts, ideas and concepts to management, bank employees and bank customers in a collaborative and solutions oriented manner.

Ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and delegate effectively to meet critical deadlines under difficult time restraints.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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.

Reconciles assigned accounts including GL, internal DDA and application accounts.

Identifies outages on the daily reconcilements.

Coordinates with the business area to clear out of balance situations.

Escalates unresolved outages to the Reconcilement Manager in a timely manner.

Uses technology in a manner to assist the department in creating efficiencies and automations.

Assists team manager in preparing for audit requests and the completion of responses from corrective actions in audit findings.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Banking is a highly regulated industry and you will be expected to acquire and maintain a proficiency in the Bank's policies and procedures, and adhere to all laws, rules and regulations that are applicable to your conduct and the work you will be performing. You will also be expected to complete all assigned compliance training in a timely manner.

Able to multi-task and effectively function under stressful conditions.

Ability to work in team environment as well as independently.

Strong time management skills.

Strong organizational and prioritizing skills.

Ability to be adaptable and flexible while handling workload pressure and deadlines.

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interest, percentages, and averages.

Must be a team player with a positive outlook.

Ability to work additional hours as needed.

Proficient with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and Access.

Advanced proficiency with Excel including pivot tables, advanced formulas, creating and maintaining tables.

Ability to understand the banking reconcilement process and utilize industry technology to complete process.

Experience with PeopleSoft and/or FIS Intellimatch is a plus.

Willingness to provide a level of service, which will clearly differentiate us from our competitors.

Ability to provide superior service to internal departments.