Accounting Clerk jobs in Bentonville, AR

Position is located at 2592 S. 48th St, Springdale, AR 72762

Position requires availability Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm with the ability to work additional hours as needed.

Pay is based on a number of factors including the successful candidate’s job-related knowledge and skills, qualifications, and prior experience. Arvest offers a comprehensive suite of benefits, including a full range of health and life, financial, and wellness benefits. For more information about benefits, please visit www.arvest.com/careers/benefits .

SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of the Escrow Account Supervisor , the Accounting Clerk is responsible for the proper maintenance and reconciliation of WACO’s Escrow Accounts through monitoring accounting reports and following established escrow accounting procedures as well as the accurate and timely processing of wires, transfers, and deposits for all escrow accounts. Duties must be performed in an accurate and timely manner, ensuring the accurate and professional care of customer escrow funds.

We are seeking candidates who embrace diversity, equity and inclusion in a workplace where everyone feels valued and inspired.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Process and code WACO bills/accounts payable using the applicable cost center and general ledger. Upon proper authorization verification, forward to Arvest Finance and Accounting for payment.

2. Assist with various escrow file related processes necessary to the maintenance and functionality of the escrow process such as construction accounts, 1031 accounts, signature cards, CPL/Recording Fee/ATAP reconciliations.

3. Process all wires, transfers, and deposits for WACO’s escrow trust accounts through CashMan or other Arvest transfer applications.

4. Accurately monitor negative and positive file balances and ensure file balances for the proper maintenance of the escrow account.

5. Process payments for invoices/accounts receivable for WACO Title locations. Deposit title invoice and closing fee revenue for WACO closing offices at month end.

6. Monitor escheat files and outstanding check reports for the proper maintenance of the escrow account.

7. Answer RamAdmin requests and questions that pertain to wire sending, receiving, and funding.

8. Answer any incoming phone calls to the department as needed and assist callers in the absence of the individual who was called.

9. Follow Wire Fraud Best Practices and participate in Escrow Accounting Training as needed.

10. Cross-train with and back up other Accounting Clerks.

11. Understand and comply with bank policy, laws, regulations, and the bank's BSA/AML Program, as applicable to your job duties. This includes but is not limited to; complete compliance training and adhere to internal procedures and controls; report any known violations of compliance policy, laws, or regulations and report any suspicious customer and/or account activity.

TEAM ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Support and uphold the Arvest Mission Statement.

• Uphold the Arvest Code of Ethics and ensure that confidential information is safeguarded.

• Maintain a high level of cooperation and rapport with all associates in order to ensure accurate and efficient operations and service.

• Formulate and communicate new ideas and suggestions that will improve profitability and efficiency for the company’s overall operation.

• Promote professionalism at all times.
  

Responsibilities:

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

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 qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

• 1 year experience in accounts payable and/or banking required.

• Associate degree in accounting preferred.

Relevant military experience is considered for veterans and transitioning service members.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Must be able to arrive at work on time, work on site and have regular work attendance

• Must be able to work cooperatively with other co-workers regardless of personality, presence or communication style

• Must be able to provide cordial customer service regardless of customer personality, presence or communication style

• Must be able to perform several tasks at once

• Must be able to work in a stressful atmosphere

• Must be able to rotate job tasks

• Must be able to occasionally work overtime

• Must be able to greet others cordially

• Must be able to coordinate multiple and changing priorities

• Must be able to verbally communicate with all other associates

• Must be able to operate telephone, scanner, copier and FAX machines

• Must be able to move from department, division, or bank to department, division or bank to attend meetings

• Must be able to operate personal computer keyboard in order to create reports, schedules and other appropriate documentation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to talk or hear and sit. The associate will occasionally be required to stand and walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; bend and reach with hands and arms.

The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Grade 11

Pay Range: $16.88 - $20.05 per hour