Job description

Job Title: Accountant III

Reports To: CFO

Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary: Completes various daily, weekly, and monthly operational accounting functions. Specializes in and acts as a go-to for share drafts. Efficiently and effectively assists Credit Union clients and the Accounting Department in daily operations. Performs all duties in compliance with Credit Union policies and procedures.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist all Accounting team members with general activities of the Accounting department. This includes training and backup for the team as necessary.

• Complete month end adjusting entries as needed.

• Help generate and distribute recurring financial reports and financial statements for the Credit Union and other owned entities.

• Maintain timely and accurate accounting records for all credit union investments.

• Maintain accurate records for loan participations bought and sold, including monthly wires, internal audits and timely communications to 3rd parties involved.

• Complete and review monthly general ledger reconciliations.

• Provide input and ideas for process improvement opportunities.

• Assist with the preparation of the quarterly NCUA 5300 Call Report and be the backup for preparing and submitting if the primary person is unable to do so.

• Provide accounting support and be a financial resource for other departments and various credit union projects.

• Assist with and prepare supporting documents for annual state/NCUA exam and all audits. Maintain documentation in support of exams/audits. Discuss details with examiners/auditors as requested.

• Maintain accounting ledgers by posting transactions, verifying account information and certifying account balances.

• Participate in credit union projects as a representative for accounting as needed.

• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality regarding all sensitive, confidential and proprietary credit union information.

• Share and communicate ideas and processes in verbal and written form in a clear and concise manner.

Performance Expectations:

• Communicates with clients in a friendly, professional, manner.

• Gives all clients their full attention during each interaction.

• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and promotes this attribute to all employees.

• Performs all duties in compliance with policies and procedures.

• Always maintains the integrity of our confidentiality policy.

• Maintains a positive, professional appearance and attitude with clients and co-workers.

• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with other employees; promotes teamwork concept.

• Maintains a neat workspace

• Is punctual and reliable.

• Asks for help when necessary.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to operate general office equipment.

• Basic mathematical skills.

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

• Ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems efficiently and effectively.

• Excellent computer and Microsoft Office skills (including Excel).

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Post-secondary education and/or experience in related field preferred but not required.

Job Qualifications: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

• 2+ years of related experience

• Must be self-managed and capable of balancing multiple tasks

• Open to change and willing to learn new skills

• Works effectively in a team environment

• Possesses the ability to follow up on pending issues

• Possesses the ability to meet deadlines

• Demonstrates strong organizational skills and a keen attention to detail

• Possesses strong analytical skills

• Intermediate level Excel experience (PivotTables, V-Lookups, etc.)

• Complies with all Credit Union policies and procedures including those related to Bank Secrecy Act regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

• 4+ years of related experience

• Applied knowledge of credit union or financial services systems, policies, and procedures

Work Relationships and Scope: Reports directly to the CFO. This position works closely with other Accounting Department employees and interacts regularly with a range of other employees, clients and non- clients. Frequent access to confidential member and credit union information.

Working Conditions: Work is performed remotely. There may be occasions when the work environment is stressful. Work hours will normally be from Monday through Friday and may change depending on our needs or due to special projects, deadlines and other concerns. Physical requirements include the ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Some walking, bending, stooping, and lifting of light materials is required. Frequent mental and visual concentration required for computer usage. Other equipment that may be used includes copy machine, calculator, computer, fax machine, and other office and financial institution equipment.

Acknowledgment: This position describes the general nature and level of work performed by the individual assigned to this position and should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It does not state or imply these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the position. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties. All requirements are subject to change and to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote

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