American Bank & Trust
Matthew Phares, CPA has extensive work experience in the banking industry. Matthew started their career as a Financial Analyst at C.H. Guernsey & Company in 1999 and transitioned to THE National Bank in 2003, where they served as a Senior Accountant. In 2007, they joined American Bank & Trust as a Controller, before moving on to Southeast National Bank in 2011 to take on the role of CFO. Matthew then returned to American Bank & Trust in 2017, where they currently hold the position of CFO.
Matthew Phares, CPA obtained their Master of Accounting degree in Accounting from St. Ambrose University from 2000 to 2002. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Finance from Augustana College. Additionally, they hold a certification as a Certified Public Accountant. No specific details regarding the month or year of obtaining this certification are provided.
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American Bank & Trust
American Bank and Trust Company, began as a neighborhood bank on the Hilltop in Rock Island, Illinois. It began with a simple idea – that customers should receive the same kind of friendly and personalized service we would appreciate ourselves. 46 years later, this simple philosophy has helped us grow to become a $375 million, locally-owned regional financial services company with a network of 150+ Associates, 8 retail locations and 18 ATMs in the Quad Cities, IA/IL, and Kane County, IL. Our primary emphasis is to provide excellent service at a fair value and to establish, develop and retain long-term, relationship banking opportunities. We are passionate and accountable for the financial success of each client served. Our clients enjoy a complete range of custom-tailored retail, commercial, cash management, deposit, loan, mortgage, trust, wealth management and insurance solutions delivered with hospitality, courtesy, competency and concern. American Bank and Trust Co., N.A. is an F.D.I.C. Member and an Equal Housing Lender.