Accountant

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization who puts people first?Do you have a passion for providing a great customer experience? Do you enjoy working in a team environment?Would you like to contribute to the mission of supporting agriculture and rural America?Look no further because Southwest Georgia Farm Credit is seeking an Accountant to serve in our Bainbridge, Georgia office.Company ProfileSouthwest Georgia Farm Credit is a financial institution that provides financing for agriculture, agribusiness and rural real estate purchases and improvements. We are headquartered in Bainbridge, with six offices that service 21 counties in the southwestern-most portion of the state of Georgia. With over $600 million in assets, Southwest Georgia Farm Credit is a cooperative and part of the nationwide Farm Credit System.Job DescriptionThe primary responsibility of the Accountant is to perform a variety of complex accounting activities, relying on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. The Accountant monitors branch activity and corrects errors and out-of-balance conditions; handles a variety of bookkeeping duties related to payment processing; assists in managing accounting functions, internal controls, subsidiary records, and activities affecting the general ledger and loan accounting system. The Accountant functions under minimal supervision, using a certain degree of analysis and judgment.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in business, finance, or accounting and/or experience equivalent to the degreeExcellent organizational and time management skillsExcellent skills in both written and verbal communicationsAbility to work independently in a a fast pace environment with the demonstrated ability to take initiative, establish priorities, work under time pressures, meet deadlines, and exercise independent judgmentUnderstanding of accounting practices, systems, and processesUnderstanding of banking practices and loan accounting systemsWillingness to travel occasionally within the regions, district and nationallyWorking hours of 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.