Join the First Hawaiian Bank ‘ohana, where our culture flourishes with purpose. We prioritize the 3 C’s – Caring, Character and Collaboration – ensuring a workplace that is not only rewarding, but deeply fulfilling. Consistently recognized as one of the ‘Best Places to Work in Hawaii’ for 14 consecutive years, we take pride in our longstanding commitment to both our team and the communities we serve, spanning over 165 years. 

Step into a career that offers stability, excitement, and growth. Experience the thrill of a dynamic environment paired with a comprehensive training program. Plus, enjoy the perks of our competitive compensation and benefits package. If you are ready for a career that empowers you to thrive, your journey starts here. 

First Hawaiian Bank is currently seeking a customer-focused, collaborative, detail-oriented Accountant I to join our Controller's Division Team. In this role, you will be responsible for Federal Reserve Bank (FRB), foreign bank, and domestic reconciliations and related reporting. You will utilize the Account Recon Positive Pay Advantage (ARPPA) system with the deposit and other automated systems to assist with daily bank operations and inquiries from the branches and other business units

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm (hours may vary)

Compensation:

The hourly salary range for this role is $20.00 - $25.00/per hour; commensurate with experience

The ideal candidate will have:

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience required
• 2 years of experience in an accounting or business administration role, or equivalent experience required
• Associate’s degree in accounting, business administration or related field preferred
• PC skills in Microsoft Excel, Word and Access
• Proficiency with a 10-key calculator and typewriter strongly preferred,
• Ability to gather data from the FHB’s reconciliation, deposit, wire transfer, general ledger and other mainframe and PC systems independently
• Oral, intrapersonal and written communication skills required
• Must be a self-starter and team worker to be able to interact with internal and external personnel to accomplish goals
• Organization skills and ability to prioritize work is essential
• Accuracy and attention to detail, flexibility and the ability to work quickly is also required
• Able to exercise discretion regarding confidential matters