Position Summary

This position is responsible for directing, coordinating, maintaining, and controlling an accounting system that properly reflects the financial position and results of operations of the credit union in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Administers and maintains accounting policies and procedures consistent with GAAP, provides the Senior Management team with financial data and analyses, participates in establishing and implementing major goals and objectives, and confers with the leadership of the finance team on all aspects of accounting operations. Serves as the primary resource in all aspects of accounting. The accountant is responsible for ensuring all general ledger transactions processed across the organization are recorded accurately and timely. Manages Accounts Payable platforms and ensures prompt payment of invoices. Prepares periodic reports, reviews and reconciles data, and participates in the development of specialized financial data. Provides Management and the Board of Directors with information needed for decision making. In addition, this position prepares accurate and timely accounting and regulatory reports for Management, Board of Directors, and regulatory agencies. Leads critical accounting functions such as Accounts Payable, month-end reporting, external reporting, and fixed assets. Supports and promotes the Credit Union's Culture, Vision, Mission, and Core Values.

Primary Responsibilities

• Remains current on industry trends, opportunities, and threats assessing impact on the organization.
• Maintains awareness of FASB developments, anticipates effect on Service One's accounting procedure, and recommends application to internal practices and systems.
• Manages the general ledger, ensures all entries affecting the general ledger are recorded accurately and timely, and provides accounting support to all areas.
• Prepares daily, monthly, annual, and other periodic reconciliations for Accounts Payable tasks, financial statements, and reports and promptly follows up on reconciling items.
• Managesthe month-end close, prepares monthly financial statements, and reviews account variances with the Leadership of the Finance team. Participates in the month-end variance review against budget, prior month, and prior year. Assesses variances at the account level when performing reconciliations.
• Reconciles Credit Union corporate cash accounts daily. Promptly researches and resolves discrepancies.
• Reconciles the shared branching suspense account. Resolves any settlement errors and coordinates with other credit unions as necessary.
• Tracks and reports on collateral used to fund the Credit Union's lines of credit. Prepares and submits the FHLB Collateral Certification quarterly.
• Provides accounting support for operations including researching and resolving frontline balancing discrepancies when unable to be resolved at the branch level.
• Collects data needed for regulatory reporting
• Ensures compliance of accounting records and reports with GAAP and governmental regulations.
• Ensures all accounting functions and duties are accurately and promptly completed.
• Administers the Accounts Payable process, pays invoices by their due dates, approves associate reimbursements. Assigns expenditures to the appropriate general ledger accounts.
• Prepares various variance analyses as assigned or when needed to understand a problem.
• Reports to Management as necessary regarding accounting entries, reports, and analysis.
• Prepares journal entries and balances work in other accounting areas as assigned.
• Performs such other duties as may be required from time to time for the overall management and operation of the Credit Union.

Additional Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary backup for critical duties of other accounting team members.
• Attends board meetings as needed to observe and take meeting minutes.
• Prepares annual tax documents related to vendors and accounts payable.
• Archives Credit Union records as assigned.
• Contributes to preparation of the Credit Union's annual budget and analyzes variances.
• Assists with preparation of quarterly and annual reports to external supervisory agencies.

Educational/Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• Preferred 1-3 years of experience in a similar or related role.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and see, talk, or hear. The associate is frequently required to stand and walk. The associate must regularly lift and/or move 20-35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds.

Qualifications

• Requires a strong working knowledge of accrual accounting and generally accepted accounting principles.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Requires a good working knowledge of Credit Union policies and procedures.
• Proficiency in current version of Microsoft Office Suite and the use of Credit Union or other computer-based accounting systems.
• Exhibits strong accuracy and organizational skills.
• Demonstrates strong analytical and technical skills.
• Maintains knowledge and understanding of all credit union products and services.

T he 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.