Accounting, Accounts Payable, Budgeting, Career Development, Coaching, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Skills, Corrective Action, Cost Accounting, Credit Union, Detail Oriented, Expense Tracking, Financial Analysis, Financial Procedures, Financial Reporting, Fixed Asset Management, General Ledger Accounting, Government Regulations, Interpersonal Skills, Journal Entries, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Network Administration/Management, People Management, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Improvement, Productivity Management, Reconciliation, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Skills, Software Administration, Technical Accounting, Time Management, Variance Analysis
Accounting Manager (Hybrid)
Responsible for managing Credit Union accounting functions and personnel, including general ledger, accounts payable, fixed assets, and cost accounting. Prepares and reviews periodic financial reports, reviews and reconciles data, and participates in the development of specialized financial data. Prepares general ledger entries and adjustments to Credit Union financial records, files, and statements, while also having oversight and approval responsibilities for entries and adjustments made by Accounting personnel, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Credit Union policies and procedures. Assists with financial and variance analyses and budget preparation. Provides Credit Union management with information necessary for decision making. Develops and provides feedback and coaching to Accounting personnel, focusing on areas such as technical skills enhancement, process improvement strategies, and career development.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Ensures that accounting functions and duties are accurately and promptly completed in accordance with established Credit Union procedures and applicable
- Prepares journal entries and balances work in more complex accounting areas, such as investment income accruals, third-party non-interest income recognition, FAS 91 calculations and entries, interest accruals and internal share accounts.
- Evaluates department processes and recommends solutions to streamline tasks for optimal
- Oversees the preparation of regulatory and governmental
- Reviews financial information needed to ensure an accurate statement of the Credit Union's financial position to various regulatory agencies.
- Oversees use and administration of various applications pertaining to accounting department functions including, but not limited to, core GL database, financial reporting, accounts payable, and GL reconciliations.
- Reconciles and approves/reviews general ledger and bank accounts as
- Researches and resolves accounting errors and discrepancies promptly and timely, leveraging reconciliation systems and collaboration with other departments.
- Assists with budget preparations and financial
- Monitors costs and expenses.
- Prepares regular reports and statements for
- Manages direct reports to maximize productivity, efficiency, and optimization of accounting personnel including hiring, directing job assignments, monitoring staff performance, coaching, counseling, training, assuring compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational mission, values, policies and work rules.
- Appraises performance and provides recommendations for staff compensation, promotion, and corrective action, as appropriate.
- Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems or
- Stays informed of developments in the accounting field and of changing governmental and legal
- Completes special projects as
- Maintains and updates job knowledge by participating in related training, reading professional publications, maintaining a professional network, and participating in professional
- Promotes and establishes strong, positive, and productive working relationships within the organization through commitment to the company's purpose, mission, and core values.
Skills
Required: Interpersonal Skills, Advanced Problem Solving, Advanced Management, Advanced Writing, Advanced Time Management, Advanced Critical Thinking, Advanced Attention to Detail
Behaviors
Required: Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject, Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity, Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them, Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Education
Preferred: Bachelors or better in Accounting or related field.
Experience
Required: Computer proficiency with MS Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Internet, and Email with advanced proficiency in Excel. Understanding of related regulations, statues and filing requirements. Technical knowledge of accounting concepts, practices, procedures, and financial reports. 6-8 years: 6 to 8 years of professional experience in accounting or related fields is required.
Preferred: 2+ years of managerial experience preferred.