Accountant

United Nations Federal Credit Union • Long Island City, NY

33d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role involves analyzing, documenting, and reviewing financial transactions to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with internal controls. The Accountant will support audit requests, prepare ad hoc financial reports, and collaborate with team members to improve processes and strengthen internal controls. The position is hybrid with a salary range of $80,070 - $90,000 annually, commensurate with geographic location.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• 3-5 years of accounting experience in banking or financial services
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices (GAAP), including accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, amortization, consolidations, and internal control best practices; banking or credit union experience preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with the ability to improve workflows, validate data, and perform detailed financial analysis with high accuracy.
• Excellent critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to collaborate across teams, manage multiple priorities, and consistently meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with Accounts Payable
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience creating and preparing financial reports

Responsibilities

• Uphold UNFCU’s mission, core values, and guiding principles by providing an exceptional service experience to colleagues and members alike through consistent demonstration of our service excellence behaviors.
• Manage end-to-end accounting operations including Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Lease Accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, vendor maintenance, and payment processing in compliance with company policies and controls.
• Prepare monthly reporting packages, support AP reporting, and continuously analyze and improve accounting processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Update the credit union’s Accounting Procedures Manual as required or requested.
• Support internal, external, and regulatory audits (NCUA, CPA, internal) by performing reconciliations, monitoring transactions, and contributing to the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Provide ad hoc analyses, assist team members as needed, and perform additional duties to support overall accounting and operational objectives.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations and UNFCU’s Code of Ethics & Business Conduct.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level