Accounting Clerk

HAPO Community Credit Union•Richland, WA

23h•$23 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

HAPO Community Credit Union is an organization that believes in providing service that focuses on our members and giving back to the communities in which we do business - "Community" is our middle name. Our Standard of Service is to Defy Expectations. We promote individuality and encourage our employees to Defy Expectations®: To treat every situation as a unique opportunity to be in the moment and go beyond what is expected. We value every member and appreciate the opportunity to serve you. Come defy expectations with us! HAPO is now accepting applications for an Accounting Clerk in Richland, WA. We are seeking an individual who is ambitious, self-motivated and who strives to represent HAPO’s core commitment “Be in the Moment” and standard of service “Defy Expectations” with our members, community as well as the team they are a part of. The Accounting Clerk is responsible for calculating, posting, verifying, vouching, and reconciliation of data to obtain and record financial data for use in maintaining the credit union’s accounting and statistical records. The Successful Candidate will be able to comprehend issues, draw conclusions and make sound judgments in a timely and accurate manner as well as deliver superior service to both external vendors and internal staff.

Requirements

Knowledge in basic math
Proficient use of MS Office: Word, Excel, and Teams
Proficient use of 10 key calculators
Proficient use of standard office equipment
Ability to handle oneself in stressful situations
Ability to work independently
Excellent verbal and written communication
Strong Organizational Skills
Ability to Prioritize work
High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate
Completed college entry level Accounting classes (Principles of Accounting course 251 and 252) with a grade of C or better.
If college course requirement is not met at time of hire, must be obtained within 18 months from hire date
Must be able to work M-F, 35-40 hours a week between the hours of 8:30am – 5:30pm. Saturdays as needed for projects and year end.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 2-year Accounting Certificate or equivalent experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Answering phones
Accepts ownership of decisions, actions and problems. Demonstrates effective problem-solving skills
Maintain confidentiality of all corporate, personnel and research matters
Maintain a working knowledge of 3rd party accounting systems related to the job functions assigned. This includes processing and reporting
Prepare and post journal entries daily
Understand and efficiently process Daily Credit Union Balancing
Understand and perform various general ledger and bank reconciliations

Benefits

No cost premium health insurance for all employees, including medical, dental and vision
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Long term and Short term disability
Competitive pay
Pension Plan
401K program with match
Flexible spending account (medical and dependent care)
0% interest on select personal loans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid time off
12 paid holidays per year
Paid Birthday day off
HAPO Anniversary day off
Volunteer Opportunities (Both Paid and Volunteer)
Employee Milestone Anniversary Bonus