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Fremont Bank

Senior Staff Accountant (Temp)

Fremont Bank, Livermore, California, United States, 94551

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Job Title Senior Staff Accountant (Temp)

Location Livermore, CA

Hiring Salary Range $33.50 – $41.90 per hour

Position Summary Fremont Bank — one of the Bay Area’s most respected and long‑standing financial institutions — is seeking a strategic, hands‑on professional to join and help advance our Accounting team. This is a high‑impact opportunity to contribute to the success of a mission‑driven organization committed to excellence, community service, and strong client relationships. If you’re energized by purpose‑driven work, collaboration, and delivering meaningful results, we’d love to connect.

Why Fremont Bank? Founded in 1964, Fremont Bank is one of the oldest independently owned banks in the Bay Area and has been consistently recognized as a Top Workplace for the past 15 consecutive years. Our foundation is built on relationships — with our clients, our associates, and our communities.

Benefits

A people‑first culture grounded in inclusion and excellence

Deep community involvement and local reinvestment

A mission‑driven workplace where values and performance go hand in hand

The Fremont Bank Way

Full‑Service Banking with comprehensive financial solutions, advanced technology, and exceptional service

No‑Compromise Approach — we help clients get to "yes"

Core Values:

Go above and beyond for clients

Foster a supportive and empowering environment for associates

Deeply invest in the well‑being of our local community

Position Overview The Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining the general ledger, preparing financial reports, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and regulatory standards, and supporting audits and special projects. This role reports to the Accounting OPS Manager and will assist to ensure accurate transaction processing, timely reconciliations, and adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements.

Role And Responsibilities

Supervise staff accountants, including training and performance management.

Assist in monitoring team goals and objectives, ensuring alignment with departmental and organizational goals.

Ensure workload is distributed effectively and team members are meeting deadlines.

Supervise the bank’s daily accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, cash liquidity management, reconciliations, investments, fixed assets, and regulatory reporting.

Prepare and post complex journal entries and ensure accuracy of the general ledger.

Perform detailed account reconciliations and variance analysis on a monthly and quarterly basis.

Assist in the preparation and/or review of financial statements and regulatory reports (e.g., Call Reports, FR2900, Local Agency).

Support the month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.

Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and applicable regulatory guidelines (FFIEC, FDIC, DFI, FRB).

Provide support for projects such as system conversions/updates, regulatory changes, or new product codes.

Stay current on banking regulations and accounting standards and best practices.

Ensure adherence to internal control policies, bank procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Support audits and examinations by preparing schedules and providing documentation.

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations.

Qualifications And Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a banking or financial services environment.

Strong understanding of accounting principles and familiarity with bank regulatory requirements.

Proficiency in accounting software (Prologue, Frontier, FISERV, Sage, QuickBooks, Concur) and Microsoft Excel.

High level of integrity, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements

Will be completing repetitive tasks, including typing and numerical entries, and using a computer for extended periods of time.

Must be able to lift 10 pounds at times.

What Makes Fremont Bank Associates Thrive?

Team Players who go above and beyond to support their colleagues.

Action‑Oriented professionals who challenge the status quo and seek improvement.

Purpose‑Driven individuals who understand and champion the bank’s community impact.

Benefits Snapshot Health & Wellness

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA, Dependent Care, Health Savings).

Financial & Retirement

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

401(k) with employer match.

Performance‑based bonuses or incentives.

Work-Life & Perks

Paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and parental leave.

Free personal checking and savings accounts.

Home loan rate discounts.

Tuition reimbursement and professional development resources.

On‑site gym and discounted health club memberships.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Equal Opportunity Employer Fremont Bank is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification.

Salary Range The hiring salary range for this position is $33.50 – $41.90 per hour, based on factors such as experience, skills, education, and internal equity. Compensation decisions are made in consideration of these factors and in alignment with Fremont Bank’s compensation philosophy.

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) The Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is a way for Fremont Bank to contribute to the financial well‑being of associates by making a contribution to their retirement account. In addition, the ESOP provides associates an opportunity to share in the growth and prosperity of Fremont Bank.

Note to Search Firms Fremont Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies without a signed service agreement. Unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Fremont Bank, and no fees will be paid.

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