Accountant II

Position Purpose: Following established policies and procedures and under the guidance of the Financial Manager. The Accountant II position provides broad-based accounting assignments requiring knowledge of accounting theory and in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Responsibilities include general ledger/bank account reconciliations, month-end close tasks, ACH Processing, wire processing, Accounts Payable, and regulatory/tax reporting. Assist in the completion of accurate and timely completion of financial records for the Credit Union. Provide recommendations in process improvements while ensuring internal controls. Update procedures timely and accurately.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Complete general ledger and/or bank account reconciliations and ensures the accurate and timely resolution of reconciling items. Perform research and correct discrepancies.

2. Prepare periodic, month-end, and quarter-end closing entries to properly account for general ledger activities in the core banking platform and other third-party systems. Design and generate monthly internal month-end reports to assist with month-end close.

3. Process ACH incoming and origination files, ensuring compliance with all NACHA regulations.

4. Process daily corporate and member wires, both domestic and foreign.

5. Assist with and process Accounts Payable in a timely and accurate manner.

6. Assist with and process/audit employee payroll using automated payroll system accurately and timely.

7. Analyze financial reports and records, making studies or recommendations relative to the accounting of reserves, assets and expenditures.

8. Provide support for internal auditors, external auditors and regulators as directed by the Financial Manager. Collect fieldwork data for audits and examination including but not limited to confirmation letters, audit questionnaires, pro forma data, and other audit schedules.

9. Assist in conducting special studies, developing, documenting, maintaining, and improving processes and internal controls related to operational and financial accounting functions. Ensure process documentation and desktop procedures are accurate and are updated timely.

10. Maintain effective communication and coordination with Credit Union personnel and with management.

11. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and abilities required:

1. A two-year college or university degree in Accounting, Finance or related field and two-years of related experience. Five years of equivalent work experience, preferably in a credit union or financial institution will be considered in lieu of educational requirement.

2. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and/or banking (financial institution) experience preferred.

3. Advanced spreadsheet skills are required. Proficiency with accounting software and payroll software. Strong personal computer skills including Microsoft Office.

4. Professional written and verbal communication skills.

5. A high degree of organization and the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.

6. Excellent collaborative skills and the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships. Work involves extensive personal contact with others and is usually of a personal or sensitive nature.

7. Knowledge and understanding of the mission and vision of the Credit Union. Strictly adhere to the Credit Union’s policy of confidentiality, security, professional conduct and dress.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)
• Microsoft Excel: 4 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location