Accounting Specialist

RESPONSIBILITIES

OVERVIEW: This position is responsible for performing a variety of accounting duties as directed by credit union policies and procedures. Assists with general ledger accounting including recording journal entries, performing reconciliations, reviewing variances, processing accounts payables and/or receivables, and preparing financial reports. Assists with preparation of regulatory reports and reports including pulling reports, completing workpapers, and filing reports as assigned. Provides general accounting support to Management and other departments as needed. Supports and promotes GCCU’s mission, vision, and values.

• Administer the credit union’s accounts payable process. Logs all new invoices, sends invoices to appropriate associates for approval, and follows up on invoices not returned timely.
• Assigns expenditures to the appropriate general ledger accounts.
• Pays approved invoices prior to their due date. Archives accounts payable vouchers and other supporting documents.
• Process regular (daily, monthly, weekly) reconciliations as required for segregation of duties.
• Ensure monthly reconciliations are signed, filed, and reported timely.
• Research and resolve discrepancies within delegated authority for the Acct. Specialist role.
• Ensure member trial balance reconciles to the general ledger and promptly resolves posting errors.
• Ensure that cash drawer report reconciles to the general ledger and that cash suspense accounts have no ending balance.
• Provide accounting support for branch operations including researching and resolving frontline balancing discrepancies when unable to be resolved at the branch level.
• Reconcile assigned suspense accounts and promptly follows up on outstanding items.
• Prepare various variance analyses as requested; assist in analyzing variances and reporting to management.
• Report to management as necessary regarding accounting entries, reports, and analysis.
• Prepare journal entries and balances work in other accounting areas as assigned.
• All other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Previous accounting and/or general ledger experience required.
• 2 years credit union or banking experience preferred.

REQUIREMENTS

• Analytical ability to use financial information for solving problems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work mutually with other employees (both inside and outside of accounting), as well as independently.
• A willingness to learn new responsibilities to meet the changing demands of the organization and accounting department.
• Intermediate to advanced excel knowledge.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

DIRECT REPORTS / SUPERVISION

None

Golden Circle Credit Union (“GCCU”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

GCCU provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Pay: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Accounting and/or general ledger: 1 year (Required)
• credit union or banking: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $28