[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Fifth Third Bank jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fifth-third-bank/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Fifth Third Bank · Cincinnati, OH # Staff Accountant Cincinnati, OH Full-time Senior individual contributor Finance & Accounting Listed on Fifth Third Bank’s official careers site. Posted October 13, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Fifth Third Bank’s careers site →](https://fifththird.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/53careers/job/Cincinnati-OH/Staff-Accountant_R73935) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Fifth Third Bank](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fifth-third-bank/) / Staff Accountant ## Job description Make banking a Fifth Third better® We connect great people to great opportunities. Are you ready to take the next step? Discover a career in banking at Fifth Third Bank. ### GENERAL FUNCTION Assumes a shared responsibility and accountability for developing and maintaining accurate and detailed accounting records and responsible for preparing financial statements and reports. Review, monitor, reconcile and report on all accounts for the department. Plays an active role in the month end closing duties and reporting. Responsible and accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. Accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues, and ensures that actions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the Bank's risk appetite, achieves results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types. ### ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Accurately maintains all assigned accounting records and performs all related accounting functions. Preparation of daily entries and monitoring of accounts. Maintains account balances. Identifies opportunities to improve the accounting processes and plays a key role in the integration of new accounting systems. Ensures compliance with Bancorp accounting policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Reconciliation and resolution of outages from complex accounts. Coordinates month end accounting activities with other departments, divisions and affiliates. Ensures that all accounting entries and reports are completed on a timely and accurate basis. Ensures completeness and accuracy of all account reconciliations. Ensures that all entries are made in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Responsible for developing and maintaining appropriate business relationships with internal and external customers. Assists in the preparation of various financial statements and monthly reporting. Responds to inquiries from management, auditors and other authorities regarding the accounting issues, data in reports and financial statements issued by the department, policies, and procedures. Responsible for assisting in performing various special projects as assigned. MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ### ABILITIES REQUIRED: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics. Working knowledge of GAAP is preferred. Working toward an Masters or other certification (CPA, CMA, etc.) is a plus. Minimum of 1 year of Accounting related experience in financial industry or public accounting. Working knowledge of GAAP is required. Proficient in basic applications such as Excel, Microsoft Word, etc. Demonstrate ability to learn and understand systems such as Recon-Plus, Frontier, Mobius, & TM1. Excellent communication, organization and follow-up skills. Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills. Excellent people/relationship building skills. Ability to apply critical thought process. Capable of prioritizing and organizing work to meet deadlines. Ability to communicate clearly & concisely with other Finance Staff, managers and department leaders. Ability to apply critical thought process. Staff Accountant At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day. The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan, with any such payment based upon company, line of business and/or individual performance. Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page at: [https://www.53.com/content/fifth-third/en/careers/benefits.html](https://www.53.com/content/fifth-third/en/careers/benefits.html) or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner. LOCATION -- Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting. Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third. Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee. Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 13, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 18, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 5 days - Location: Cincinnati, OH - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Fifth Third Bank’s careers site →](https://fifththird.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/53careers/job/Cincinnati-OH/Staff-Accountant_R73935) ## More jobs at Fifth Third Bank ### [Accounting Manager II](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fifth-third-bank/jobs/f61ab86ac9c9c25c4180/) Cincinnati, OH ### [Administrative Assistant - Tax Department](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fifth-third-bank/jobs/97a33a6e4eefd90edea9/) Cincinnati, OH ### [Consumer Banking Advisor II](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fifth-third-bank/jobs/36458e77278515d9370d/) Cincinnati, OH ### [Consumer Credit Loan Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fifth-third-bank/jobs/080354b2a023816820cc/) Cincinnati, OH ### [Finance Manager - FP&A](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fifth-third-bank/jobs/b2eecf213c7e4e495815/) Cincinnati, OH ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Staff Accountant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/genuine-parts/jobs/f64d7f8cfc40753c2a0a/) Genuine Parts · Duluth, GA ### [Staff Accountant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/genuine-parts/jobs/c978007be4bc408209e5/) Genuine Parts · Plainfield, Hendricks, IN ### [Staff Accountant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ecolab/jobs/a743668845d2483debe7/) Ecolab · Plano, Texas, United States of America ### [Staff Accountant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/williams-sonoma/jobs/935e4aa27f6e43785a91/) Williams-Sonoma · San Francisco, CA, United States ### [Accountant, Staff](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/65ee1d9684795ce7d266/) Qualcomm · San Diego, California, United States of America OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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