Accountant I

Center Parc Credit Union•Hapeville, GA

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to assist Center Parc Credit Union (APCU) to live out our Mission, “To help our members achieve financial success by providing exceptional products and service.” The Accountant I performs recurring accounting functions and reconciliations while developing professional accounting expertise. This role applies GAAP knowledge to maintain accurate financial records and supports audits, reporting, and month-end close activities under established supervision,

Requirements

Associate degree in accounting, finance, or related field; 2 years relative work experience or 2 years college course equivalent in lieu of degree
2 to 3 years of relative accounting experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems
10-Key calculator, typing, and keying skills: Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office software
Technical competence with MS Office products

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related field
3 years of relative accounting work experience
Relative work experience at a Credit Union
Experience with Symitar

Responsibilities

Adhere to and deliver on Center Parc’s core values:
Serve Exceptionally
Commit to Better
Find the Fun
Invest in Integrity
Follow the Numbers
Go Forth and Conquer
Protect with Passion
Perform routine accounting and clerical functions including data entry, filing, scanning, and maintenance of accounting records.
Maintain accurate accounting records in accordance with GAAP and NCUA guidelines.
Prepare and reconcile general ledger accounts, bank accounts, and settlement reports.
Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account analysis.
Support accounts payable processes and assist with fixed asset and prepaid accounting.
Assist with preparation of internal financial reports and schedules.
Support internal and external audit requests by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries.
Research and resolve accounting discrepancies with guidance.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate transaction processing.
Maintain working knowledge of accounting policies, procedures, and systems.
Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
Demonstrates effective use of written and oral communication as well as builds and maintains positive working relationships with all stakeholders, vendors, leaders, etc.
Participate in self-learning activities to constantly improve skills and abilities to perform the job.
Demonstrates attention to details.
Build and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders
Comply with all aspects of BSA/AML and OFAC regulations as they relate to this position.
Often required to work under pressure and to respond positively when tight deadlines may develop.
Other duties as assigned