Accountant

Broadview Federal Credit Union • Albany, NY

13d • $60,329 - $73,903

About The Position

If you are ready to join a company that truly cares about its employees, our members, and our community then you have come to the right place! Summary of Role: To perform accounting functions including general ledger journal entries, account reconciliations, and correspondent account monitoring. Ensure accuracy in the maintenance of all credit union records and the processing of all types of entries.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance or related Field and a minimum of two (2) years of related experience, including financial services industry experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals of diverse cultures, abilities, or backgrounds
• Experience with general ledger administration including reconciliations and resolution
• Understanding of basic accounting principles, practices and regulations
• Ability to interpret and apply basic accounting principles to everyday situations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent verbal, written and auditory communication skills.
• Attention to detail
• Organization skills
• Able to handle sensitive and confidential information

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries for the Credit Union in accordance with Credit Union policies and procedures.
• Reconcile sales activity (money order, gift card, etc.), as well as prepare and post general ledger entries
• Perform daily general ledger balancing of systems used by the Credit Union including general ledger trial balance, transaction journal, vaults, and corporate checks
• Prepare periodic general ledger and share account reconciliations as assigned, resolving reconciling items as they occur
• Maintain general ledger chart of accounts, general ledger access codes, and branches/ departments on system, as well as a log of changes
• Prepare and post daily Credit Union settlement entries (examples – credit card, ATM, branch deposits and ACH)
• Maintain and record Loan participation settlements and bookkeeping.
• Prepare and file weekly FRB 2900 to the Federal Reserve
• Assist with month end general ledger inquiries and analysis; prepare and process month-end entries as needed
• Assist with creation, review and maintenance of accounting department procedures
• Assist with audit preparation or research assistance as needed
• Assist in the preparation of schedules for the quarterly NCUA Call Report in accordance with NCUA rules and regulations.
• Assist other departments with accounting related tasks, resolve issues, answer questions and research as needed.
• Cross train with other accounting staff for department coverage and teamwork
• Serve as backup to other positions as needed, including ability to complete Accounting Representative essential functions

Benefits

• plus a competitive benefits package
• We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, gender identity , or any other protected class.
• Broadview FCU is committed to ensuring individuals with disabilities and/or those who have special needs participate in the workforce and are afforded equal opportunity to apply and compete for jobs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees