Accountant
Collins Community Credit Union • Cedar Rapids, Iowa • Full Time
Posted on Sat, Sep 26, 2026
Join a Growing, Community-Focused Credit Union Where Your Work Matters.
Are you the kind of accountant who doesn't just balance accounts, but wants to understand the bigger picture behind the numbers?
At Collins Community Credit Union, we're looking for a detail-oriented, analytical professional who thrives on accuracy, collaboration, and making a meaningful impact. This is more than a traditional accounting position. You'll play a vital role in helping guide financial decisions, supporting strategic initiatives, and ensuring the financial strength of an organization dedicated to serving our members and communities.
If you enjoy solving problems, improving processes, and partnering with leaders across an organization, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do
As an Accountant, you'll work closely with the Controller to support the financial operations of the Credit Union by:
- Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of general ledger accounts
- Preparing and analyzing financial information used to support key business decisions
- Assisting with monthly financial statements and regulatory reporting
- Managing accounts payable functions for all entities
- Researching and resolving accounting discrepancies
- Supporting audits, examinations, and vendor relationships
- Partnering with departments throughout the organization to provide financial insight and guidance
- Contributing to department projects, process improvements, and strategic initiatives
- Serving as a trusted member of the Finance team by providing cross-functional support as needed
What Makes You Successful
You are someone who:
- Loves working with numbers and finding answers
- Has exceptional attention to detail
- Takes ownership and follows through
- Thinks analytically and proactively
- Communicates effectively with both finance and non-finance colleagues
- Enjoys collaborating while also working independently
- Constantly looks for ways to improve efficiency and accuracy
Qualifications
We're looking for candidates with:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Excellent organizational and communication abilities
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to interpret and analyze financial reports
- Public accounting experience preferred
- Credit union or financial institution accounting experience a plus
- Ability to be bonded in accordance with State of Iowa and Credit Union requirements
Ready to take the first step?
We offer a competitive salary, generous time off, paid holidays and a benefits package with extensive coverage options, along with a supportive and positive work environment. Apply today and start your rewarding career with us!
Collins Community Credit Union is an EEO Employer. M/F/Veteran/Disability. We strongly encourage minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for career opportunities with the Credit Union. We are an E-Verify Employer.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. Collins Community Credit Union does not sponsor employment visas now or in the future for this position.
AuditFriendly salary estimate
The employer did not post a salary for this role. Based on AuditFriendly's salary intelligence model (comparable live postings, role, seniority, and location), we estimate base pay of $61,000–$79,000 per year (median ~$70,000). This is an AuditFriendly estimate, not an employer-provided figure.
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