Senior Accounting Clerk

Assists management with ensuring overall accuracy and integrity of financial data and is responsible for the more advanced general ledgers and critical accounting responsibilities. Assists with day-to-day questions/requests and with other needs in the absence of the Accounting Manager. Assist with internal and external audit and examinations and regulatory filings. Assist with special projects as needed. Responsible for maintaining the Credit Union's accounting records and reports, insuring they are in compliance with generally accepted accounting practices and credit union accounting practices.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

- Prepares, reviews, and verifies the accuracy of journal entries, accounting classifications, and general ledger transactions in accordance with established Credit Union policies and procedures.

- Prepares and analyzes financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, consolidated financial reports, and other required accounting reports. Provides recommendations regarding reserves, assets, expenditures, and other accounting matters.

- Performs daily accounting operations, including postings, reconciliations, debit card and ATM processing activities, and resolution of out-of-balance conditions. Researches and corrects discrepancies, communicates required adjustments to appropriate personnel, and resolves system-related errors.

- Completes reconciliations for Federal Reserve Bank accounts, general ledger cash accounts, purchased loan servicing activities, and other assigned accounts. Assists with month-end and year-end closing processes and audit preparation.

- Reviews and reconciles monthly reports, loan payoffs, adjustments, interest rates, and paid-to-date information related to purchased loan servicers. Identifies and corrects discrepancies prior to month-end processing.

- Produces month-end, quarter-end, and other periodic financial reports to support management reporting and financial statement preparation.

- Maintains fixed asset records and depreciation schedules using Fixed Asset Software (FAS), ensures accurate recording of asset acquisitions and disposals, coordinates physical inventory activities for all branch locations, and prepares required roll-forward schedules.

- Maintains accounting records, files, expense reports, and supporting documentation. Ensures all required reports are completed accurately and submitted within established deadlines.

- Collaborates with internal departments to obtain information, research transactions, resolve discrepancies, and ensure the accuracy of financial records.

- Keeps management informed of departmental activities, significant issues, operational concerns, and recommendations for process improvements.

- Ensures compliance with all Credit Union policies and procedures, as well as applicable federal and state laws and regulations, including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control.

- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting experience in a credit union/bank environment performing account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting is needed.

Education/Certifications/Licenses:

(1) A bachelor's degree, or (2) achievement of formal certifications recognized in the industry as equivalent to a bachelor's degree, or (3) substantial job-specific skills gained through relevant work experience. Degree preferred in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Interpersonal Skills:

Work involves much personal contact with others inside and/or outside the organization for the purpose of first-level conflict resolution, building relationships, and soliciting cooperation. Discussions involve a higher degree of confidentiality and discretion, requiring diplomacy and tact in communication.

Other Skills:

- Prologue accounting system experience is a plus.

- Must possess strong analytical and reconciliation skills.

- Proficiency in preparing reports using Excel is needed.

- Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide quickly and correctly.

- Thorough knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology is needed.

- Proficiency with general office equipment such as calculators, computers, photocopiers, and scanners is required.

ADA Requirements

Physical Requirements:

Perform primarily sedentary work with limited physical exertion and occasional lifting of up to 10 lbs. Must be capable of climbing / descending stairs in emergency situation. Must be able to operate routine office equipment including telephone, copier, facsimile, and calculator. Must be able to routinely perform work on computer for an average of 6-8 hours per day, when necessary. Must be able to work extended hours whenever required or requested by management. Must be capable of regular, reliable and timely attendance.

Must be able to perform job functions independently or with limited supervision and work effectively either on own or as part of a team. Must be able to read and carry out various written instructions and follow oral instructions. Must be able to speak clearly and deliver information in a logical and understandable sequence. Must be capable of dealing calmly and professionally with numerous different personalities from diverse cultures at various levels within and outside of the organization and demonstrate highest levels of customer service and discretion when dealing with the public. Must be able to perform responsibilities with composure under the stress of deadlines / requirements for extreme accuracy and quality and/or fast pace. Must be able to effectively handle multiple, simultaneous, and changing priorities. Must be capable of exercising highest level of discretion on both internal and external confidential matters.

Working Conditions:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Acknowledgment

Nothing in the position description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This Job description is not a contract and should not be constructed as a guarantee of employment for any period of time.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, disability, age, or any other category protected by law.

This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position.