Accountant

OVERVIEW

The Accountant is responsible for processing accounts payable and maintaining the credit union’s accrual-based General Ledger (GL) and related subsidiary systems and applications in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).  The accountant assists with preparing reports for management and the Board in a timely and accurate manner using the credit union’s financial model. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge Of:

• General ledger accounting.
• Regulatory requirements as to reporting and accounting
• Financial Institution practices and procedures for financial accounting

Ability To:

• Operate a PC to access the credit union's accounting system and member account information.  Basic input, output, error correction, general ledger account structure knowledge essential to be able to perform the job.
• Proficiently work with the following software: Windows, Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Perform 10 key data entry effectively and efficiently
• Effectively communicate with staff from other departments within the credit union to trouble-shoot and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for weekly Accounts Payable (AP) processing, ensuring payments are processed timely and accurately. Working directly with vendors to resolve invoice issues.

• Accurately prepare and analyze assigned balance sheet reconciliations by established deadlines and posts necessary adjusting GL entries.

• Assists with month-end GL closing by preparing worksheets and schedules and posting GL entries.

• Performs the balancing and reconciling of the credit union’s fleet of 80+ ATMs, ensuring that member adjustments are posted timely, including monitoring the cash position for all ATM vault accounts.

• Research and reconciliation of variances and discrepancies to general ledger accounts, coordinating with other staff as needed.

• Maintain current procedures for all role functions. Ensure a minimum of one other Accounting & Finance team member is cross trained in all role functions.

• Gather data and complete monthly reports by established deadlines, as assigned.

• Assist with departmental projects as requested.

• Follow Credit Union policies and procedures. Assist with development and implementation of processes to streamline Credit Union accounting practices.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university

Experience/Training:

• Completion of an internship and/or one to two years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

License or Certification:

• Bondable
• Acceptable credit history

Pay Range

Compensation & Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Bonus opportunity
• 401(k) with match and profit sharing
• Flexible Time Off

Empeople Credit Union is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer