Eastern Bank

The SEC Reporting Analyst is responsible for the preparation of all SEC financial reports and certain internal management financial reports. Administers and directs all steps, including staff supervision, necessary to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.This position will work closely with the Company’s external and internal auditors to ensure compliance with accounting standards and Company policies.

Prepare quarterly and annual SEC reports (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, earnings releases):

• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC disclosure requirements
• Ensure compliance with the XBRL reporting process
• Maintain reporting procedures to comply with internal control requirements

Support the annual audit and quarterly review activities with external auditors

Prepare and distribute the Company’s internal Flash Report and other management reports as necessary

Support month-end and year-end closing activities

• Perform fluctuation analysis and other month-end/year-end activities as needed
• Prepare derivative accounting entries related to the Company’s cash flow hedges and mortgage banking activities

PROBLEM SOLVING & DECISION MAKING:

Financial reporting for SEC, U.S. GAAP and regulatory purposes requires a great deal of decision making. This position is responsible for understanding these reporting requirements. The SEC Reporting Analyst will work under the direction of the SEC Reporting Manager to make changes to the system and processes.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting
• 3-6 years of combined corporate and/or public accounting experience with SEC reporting experience
• Experience with XBRL
• Knowledge of U.S. U.S. GAAP and SEC rules and regulations is required

Skills/Knowledge

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP
• Strong documentation and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with accounting software packages such as Oracle Financials
• Detailed oriented and task driven

This individual will report to the SEC Reporting Manager.