Accountant

POSITION PURPOSE

Accountant A is responsible for various general ledger postings and reconciliation processes for credit union transaction activity. Processes requests/transactions, as appropriate. Responsible for analyzing and reconciling detailed general ledger accounts as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

1) Assumes responsibility for supporting, demonstrating and promoting the Credit Union service culture.

Provides exceptional service to all customers by demonstrating, following, and supporting the Inspired Financial Service promises and standards, along with the Credit Union Mission, Vision, and Values.

2) Assumes responsibility for the effective and efficient performance of financial recordkeeping responsibilities.

Ensures all necessary Payroll Program entries are recorded timely and accurately including:

 BiWeekly Payroll Posting, Salary/Tax/Bonus Accruals, 401K Accounts, Employee Benefit Programs to name a few,

Ensures all necessary Cash Management Program entries are recorded timely and accurately including;

   Bank Account Reconciliations, FHLB & FHLB Stock, Branch Cash Management, Vault/Transfer Clearing

Ensures all necessary Gift Card Program entries are recorded timely and accurately, including all applicable reconciliations

Prepare daily reconciliation of the Federal Reserve accounts, including all related steps such as:

   Incoming Wire Transfers, Return Deposit Items, Cash Ordering Procedures

Perform Wire Transfer Verifications when needed.

Processes requests/transactions, as appropriate.

3) Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective communication and coordination with area personnel and with management.

Maintains regular contact with other departments to obtain information and/or to correct transactions.

Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems. Reports the status of all account reconciliations to the Accounting and Finance Director.

Attends and participates in meetings as required

4) Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: College degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED 1-3 years in a financial institution preferably in an accounting department.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of basic accounting concepts and procedures including account reconciliation.

Knowledge of related computer applications.

Must be familiar with and able to use general office equipment and Microsoft software applications.