Accountant II

Function Description: This position is responsible for establishing and maintaining complex accounting records, system recommendations, and ensuring adequate accounting and controls.  Establishes and assists with the review of account procedures. Provides advanced advisory capability and interpretation on all levels of financial activity. Provides support to Accounting managers by performing tasks related to regular department processes, resolving general ledger account reconciliation issues, meeting department goals and training and development of other department employees. Assists in the preparation of special studies, reports, analyses, and recommendations in areas related to current workflow and Bellco projects such as DNA testing and system upgrades. Provides accurate and timely financial statements and reports to management.  Apply GAAP and regulatory accounting procedures and requirements to the financial data and systems. Reports to: Associate Director/Assistant Controller - Accounting

Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility: None

Contacts: On a routine basis interacts with internal staff, managers, executive staff, auditors, examiners, other financial institutions, vendors, suppliers, service providers and limited member contact.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Work Experience:

4-6 years in Accounting or Finance, 1 year with large financial institution preferred

Special Training, Certification or Licensure

n/a

Work Environment and Conditions:

Office environment. Travel to branches and outside vendors

Essential Responsibilities:

Demonstrates Bellco’s Act Nice Behaviors and Core Values in all interactions with members, prospective members, and personnel in other Bellco departments Performs more complex, detail-oriented accounting processes and reconciliations under limited supervision. Acts as liaison with other departments promoting professionalism and confidentiality. Assists in the preparation of financial statements, including preparing adjusting and closing entries, researching and correcting unusual variances, inputting actual data, and assuring the validity of completed statements.

Gathers information and completes various reports for internal purposes, regulatory agencies and vendors. Posts and reconciles subsidiary ledgers and assists other departments in completion of their reconciliations. Acts as primary person for reconciliation automation development and testing. Assists with the development and interpretation of more complex financial/accounting concepts and more advanced techniques for financial planning and control. May act as a team leader on special projects and assist in the training of others. Identifies and makes recommendations for resolution of discrepancies and process improvements. Maintains appropriate files for reports and analysis. Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Skills:

Analytical and critical thinking skills are necessary. Ability to practice active listening and disseminate information appropriately. Ability to work in a high volume and fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple projects/tasks and meeting established deadlines is a necessity.

Core Responsibilities:

Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time. Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others. Comply with all organizational policies, the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and required annual training. Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the organization. Adheres to safe working practices and always follows all organizational safety policies and procedures. Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory agency requirements. Ensure strict confidentiality of all records and PII.

Core Values: BE ETHICAL AND DEMONSTRATE INTEGRITY: Treat others with respect, dignity and” tough love.” It’s about character and influence, not about a title. Be honest and direct. Challenge ourselves and each other to reach our full potential. BE ACCOUNTABLE: Lead by example. You are the reflection of how you show up. Set realistic expectations. Make good business decisions. Meet commitments. Learn from mistakes. EMBRACE CHANGE: Develop the individual, improve the team, grow the institution. Encourage and reward creative solutions. Ask impactful organizational questions. Identify the problem to be solved and the desired outcome. Engage others. Believe in what’s possible. APPRECIATE THE MEMBER: Achieve and retain trusted, valued relationships with members. Listen and identify needs. Prioritize the member experience. Maintain a high level of member satisfaction. Serve the member with pride. ACHIEVE SUCCESS TOGETHER: Strive for Flawless Execution. Not for the sake of numbers, but for a sense of pride in a job well done. Success favors the prepared. Consistently plan, coach and grow to master our roles. Celebrate our success. Act Nice Behaviors: Accept mutual accountability when things go wrong Acknowledge others’ efforts and thank them Avoid jumping to conclusions Be honest, direct, and civil with no hidden agendas Communicate with others face to face whenever possible Empathize with others by putting yourself in their shoes Establish and build relationships into trusted partnerships Forget the past and avoid holding grudges Hear individuals out by actively listening to them Protect and build up each other’s self-esteem Recognize and reinforce others’ positive actions Respect each other’s priorities and personal space