Job Description

This position is responsible for various general ledger posting and reconciliation processes and third-party settlement processing for the Credit Union. This position is also responsible for various month-end closing duties including but not limited to posting of accruals and adjustments to ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and completion of month-end reconciliations for the Credit Union as well as providing training support, technical knowledge, and cross coverage for functions performed by Accounting Staff members In addition, schedules of various accounting activities must be maintained to facilitate the Credit Union's NCUA Examination and the External CPA Audit. This position is responsible for composing and maintaining department procedures for tasks assigned.

Essential Functions

• Post, analyze, and reconcile activity for assigned accounts to ensure accounts reflect the appropriate balances and postings comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Perform the daily reconciliation of portfolios and related general ledger accounts. Complete tasks timely and accurately. Work closely with various cross-functional staff and management to research and resolve differences.
• Perform assigned month-end processing and closing duties. Analyze, assess, calculate, and post accruals for assigned income and expense transactions to ensure compliance with GAAP. Prepare formal reconciliations to include appropriate supporting documentation.
• Prepare various schedules for regulators, auditors, and regulatory reporting. Participate in core release testing and assessments for accounting-related functions.
• Other job-related duties assigned commensurate with position grade, to include technical support and cross-coverage of other Accounting Specialists' tasks.
• Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Ent policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.

Qualifications

Minimum Formal Qualifications for the Specialist II:

• Knowledge consistent with Associates degree in Accounting / Finance or equivalent
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting / Finance preferred
• 3+ years combined experience in an accounting function, financial services, member service, or related functions; to include 1+ years' general accounting experience
• 1+ years experience in or relevant to the banking/credit union industry Pref

Minimum Formal Qualifications for the Specialist III:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar field of study
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting / Finance preferred
• 2+ years combined experience in an accounting function, financial services, member service, or related functions; to include 1+ years' general accounting experience
• 2+ years experience in or relevant to the banking/credit union industry Pref

Minimum Formal Qualifications for the Specialist IV:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar field of study
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting / Finance preferred
• 4+ years combined experience in an accounting function, financial services, member service, or related functions; to include 1+ years' general accounting experience
• 2+ years experience in or relevant to the banking/credit union industry Pref

Each year of relevant work experience may be exchanged for a year in a relevant degree program or vice versa. For example, a requirement of a bachelor's degree in accounting and 2+ years of account experience could be substituted for a high school diploma and 6 years of relevant accounting work experience or a master's degree in accounting and 0 years of work experience.

Technical or Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Ability to analyze transactions related to this position and make independent, relevant accounting decisions, to include a solid understanding of accounting interrelationships across cross-functional tasks and processes.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and changing assignments.
• Ability to manage a high level of detail with absolute accuracy and ability to employ common sense.
• Thorough understanding of GAAP and the application in a financial institution environment.
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, with a strong ability to learn and interact with web-based software. Literacy in the use of personal computer applications and ten-key is necessary.

Certifications Required:

• None

Environmental, Physical and Psychological Requirements

• Standing - Occasionally
• Walking - Occasionally
• Sitting - Frequently
• Lifting - Rarely (40 Lbs)
• Carrying - Rarely
• Pushing - Rarely
• Pulling - Rarely
• Balancing - Rarely
• Stooping - Rarely
• Kneeling - Rarely
• Crouching - Rarely
• Crawling - Rarely
• Reaching - Occasionally
• Handling - Occasionally
• Grasping - Occasionally
• Feeling - Occasionally
• Talking - Frequently
• Hearing - Frequently
• Repetitive Motions - Frequently
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Occasionally
• Noises louder than normal speaking volume - Occasionally
• Temperature Changes - Rarely
• Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely

Additional Information

The pay range for this position is: $22 to $28 per Hour (S13)

The pay range for this position is: $26 to $31 per Hour (S14)

The pay range for this position is: $30 to $39 per Hour (S15)

Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, certifications, and internal pay equity.

This position is eligible for our corporate bonus program based on company performance.

We anticipate this position to close on 10/14/2024. Please submit your application at your earliest convenience to be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

Benefits Summary Sheet - 2024

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)