Hammond, Louisiana
 
Accounting
Analyst I
Full Time
Hammond Main Office
Finance Department
400 East Thomas Street
Hammond, LA
 
This position entails reconciling various month end reports including mortgage loan reconcilements, helping with several general ledger accounts, preparing weekly reports, meeting deadlines, balance verification of weekly reconciliations, adjusting interest rates, and being the back up for the accounts payable position.
 
Responsibilities:
 
Ø Reconcile various general ledger accounts for month end closing
Ø Research account variances
Ø Post entries to correct errors
Ø  Balance account reconcilements
Ø  Prepare weekly reports
Ø Backup for Accounts Payable
Ø Prepare ALCO minutes
Ø Prepare different management reports
Qualifications:
 
Ø Basic accounting knowledge (banking experience preferred but not required)
Ø Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ø Strong communication and organizational skills
Ø Ability to handle confidential information
APPLICATION IS TO BE COMPLETED ON-LINE
Equal Opportunity Employer
 
Appraisal Review Coordinator I
Full Time
Hammond Main Office
Appraisal Review
400 East Thomas Street
Hammond, LA
 
·         Oversee adherence to policies and procedures.
·         Order and engage appraisal requests.  This will entail requesting data from lenders/loan assistants, monitoring the completeness and accuracy of the bid request forms, ensuring all required documents are within the appraisal package, submitting appraisal assignment for bids to appraisers, composing engagement letters and engaging the appraiser. This duty includes residential, commercial, and other real estate appraisal requests.
·         Review residential appraisal reports for adequacy, legitimacy, consistency, and content; communicate with the lending staff regarding appraisal concerns; compose a written review based on findings within the appraisal report.
·         Update daily and monthly reports and perform quarterly audits.  This includes checking on the status of the delivery of appraisal reports and communicating with the lending staff.
·         Compose memos regarding appraisal related topics.
·         Maintain and update appraiser files.
·         Assist with the qualification of appraisers for possible addition to the Approved Appraiser List.
 
Qualifications:
 
·         Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or other business related field is required.
·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
·         Detail and task-oriented.
·         Excellent analytical skills.
·         Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
·         Ability to meet deadlines.
·         Strongly motivated and shows initiative.
·         Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
 
APPLICATION IS TO BE COMPLETED ON-LINE
Equal Opportunity Employer
 
Internal Auditor
Full Time
Hammond Main Office
Internal Audit
400 East Thomas Street
Hammond, LA
 
Duties:The position is responsible for conducting and in some instances leading audits and special projects of moderate complexity (e.g., branch audits) and risks with some supervision. Provides management with insights and recommendations to better manage risks, strengthen internal controls, and provide the necessary information to improve and maximize the value of the organization. 
 
Has responsibilities such as:
 
Prepare the audit approach relating to nature, timing and extent of procedures based upon risk assessment, analytical review and other required preliminary activities as defined by internal audit policy and procedures.
Clearly and accurately document the execution of specific audit procedures as defined by the engagement objectives and planned audit approach. Documentation of work should follow internal audit policy and procedures.
Recognize potential audit issues or unusual relationships from basic analysis of financial and operational information and communicate them to the team.
Proactively maintains contact with the management and other appropriate personnel throughout the year to learn about changes in processes, systems and personnel to identify potential new exposures.
Prepare findings and assist in the preparation of the final report as defined by internal audit policy and procedures.
Perform follow up procedures to ensure that corrective actions were addressed Prepare findings and assist in the preparation of the final report as defined by internal audit policy and procedures.
 
 
Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related field as deemed necessary by department management is required. 
Two to four years experience in internal or external auditing. Financial Services experience is preferred. Experience in compliance, accounting, fraud, or other risk mitigation positions may partially substitute audit experience upon management’s approval.
CPA, CIA, or CISA or other approved certification is preferred. If incumbent or candidate does not have certification, they should be actively pursuing attainment of the approved certification or advanced degree.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, required
 
Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance service delivery. Maintain an educational program to continually develop skills and Stay informed of current business/economic developments relevant to the client's business.
Maintain a strong client focus by serving their needs and developing relationships with them.
Incumbent must maintain complete confidentiality of information encountered.
Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment. Contribute ideas/opinions to the audit team and listen/respond to other team members' views.
 
APPLICATION IS TO BE COMPLETED ON-LINE
Equal Opportunity Employer
 
Teller
Part Time
(1:00-5:00 pm, M-F,
Saturday Rotation)
400 East Thomas Street
Hammond, Louisiana
 
Duties: Performs a variety of duties to provide customer service by promoting and selling bank’s services, receiving, paying out and keeping accurate records of all monies involved in paying and receiving transactions.       
 
Required Skills:Good customer service, communication and math skills. Must be able to handle a fast paced environment and exercise discretion and good judgment. High School Graduate or GED required. Some lifting required. Should have cash handling experience. Banking experience preferred.
 
APPLICATION IS TO BE COMPLETED ON-LINE
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Sarbanes Oxley Internal Control Analyst
Full Time
Audit Department
400 East Thomas Street
Hammond, Louisiana
 
Function: Analyst will primarily perform test work for Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and SOX documentation activities including updating narratives, creating process flow diagrams, walkthroughs, reporting and project management support. Analyst will support operational audit testing on a limited basis.
 
Has responsibilities such as:
 
1. Performs walkthrough of process flows and creates documentation (Narratives & flowcharts) of various processes
2.      Updates documentation of risks & controls matrices within the various processes.
3. Identification and documentation of key controls ensuring that the control is written such that it can be auditable.
4.       Performs test of design and operational effectiveness per Banks standards
5.  Prepare work-papers or other deliverables in a timely manner to adequately document SOX testing and to support conclusions.
6.       Prepares detailed testing plans / test scripts, documentation audit results and findings and organizes and compiles appropriate support documentation.
7. Provides periodic deficiency reports to be distributed to the CFO and other appropriate management.
8.Works with management to help develop action plans and address deficiencies.
9. Stays abreast of changes in regulations to ensure the organization's timely compliance.
 
May have responsibilities such as:
 
§ Provide assistance with coordinating external audits.
§ Assist with special projects as necessary.
§ Provide consultative advice when asked by management.
 
Skills Needed:
 
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related field as deemed necessary by department management is required. 
 
Three to five years of financial audit experience, preferably in public accounting. Sarbanes Oxley and Financial Services experience is preferred.
 
Maintains approved certification such as CIA, CPA, CISA, or advanced degree (e.g. MBA) is preferred.    Candidate should be pursuing approved certification in the absence of one of the foregoing.
 
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, required
 
Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance service delivery. Maintain an educational program to continually develop skills and Stay informed of current business/economic developments relevant to the client's business.

Maintain a strong client focus by serving their needs and developing relationships with them.
Incumbent must maintain complete confidentiality of information encountered.
 
Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment. Contribute ideas/opinions to the audit team and listen/respond to other team members' views.
 
APPLICATION IS TO BE COMPLETED ON-LINE
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Mortgage Loan Manager
Full Time
Mortgage Department
400 East Thomas Street
Hammond, Louisiana
 
Duties: Has responsibility for the overall coordination and management of all of the company's mortgage lending operations activities.
 
Has responsibilities such as:
 
        1. Direct the activity of residential mortgage loan officers and staff, screening, underwriting, closing and processing of loans, both for sale into secondary market and for retention in house.
 
        2.          Developing, reviewing, and recommending overall operational systems and procedures relating to the mortgage lending function.
 
        3.          Ensuring budgetary control in the mortgage lending operations department, including staff control and total personnel expense.
 
        4. Reviewing and recommending new methods and procedures to make daily operations more efficient.
 
        5.        Planning and scheduling activities within the mortgage lending operations area and coordinating those activities with other functional areas.
 
        6.       Controlling and monitoring the progress of all projects.
 
7. Exercising the usual authority of a manager concerning staffing, performance appraisals, promotions, salary recommendations, and terminations.
 
8. Coordinating the origination functions with all branches.
 
Skills Needed: Must have at least 5 years management experience.
 
APPLICATION IS TO BE COMPLETED ON-LINE
Equal Opportunity Employer
Homer, Louisiana
Teller I, II or III
Full Time
401 North 2nd Street
Homer, Louisiana
 
Duties: Performs a variety of duties to provide customer service by promoting and selling bank’s services, receiving, paying out and keeping accurate records of all monies involved in paying and receiving transactions.       
 
Required Skills:Good customer service, communication and math skills. Must be able to handle a fast paced environment and exercise discretion and good judgment. High School Graduate or GED required. Some lifting required. Should have cash handling experience. Banking experience preferred.
APPLICATION IS TO BE COMPLETED ON-LINE
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
 
North Louisiana
Floater CSR I, II or III
Full Time
 
Duties: Performs a variety of duties in promoting and selling bank deposit services to new and existing customers. Opening and processing new accounts, consults with customers, quote rates, service charges, restrictions and other relevant information about the accounts. Prepares necessary paperwork, maintains files, responding to customer inquiries, cross-selling bank services, referring customers to other departments when necessary and keep up to date with changes in bank services and procedures.
 
Must be knowledgeable of Individual Retirement Accounts, Certificates of Deposit.
 
Required Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills, friendly outgoing personality. One or more years in customer service or retail sales position. High school diploma or equivalent. PC Skills (Knowledge of Windows environment). Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Job requires standing.
 
APPLICATION IS TO BE COMPLETED ON-LINE
Equal Opportunity Employer
Floater Teller I, II or III
Full Time
 
 
Duties: Performs a variety of duties to provide customer service by promoting and selling bank’s services, receiving, paying out and keeping accurate records of all monies involved in paying and receiving transactions. Will be required to float to different branches in area as needed.      
 
Required Skills:Good customer service, communication and math skills. Must be able to handle a fast paced environment and exercise discretion and good judgment. High School Graduate or GED required. Some lifting required. Should have cash handling experience. Banking experience preferred.
APPLICATION IS TO BE COMPLETED ON-LINE
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
 
 
 
 
Updated 08/30/10