Accounting Coordinator / Senior Accountant
About The Position
At Texas DPS Credit Union, we serve those who serve others, including the employees and families of the Texas Department of Public Safety, Texas Police Association, and Texas Sheriffs Association. Our vision is to educate our members about money matters, enhance their experience, and empower them to make decisions that put them in the best possible financial position. We seek team members who demonstrate Authenticity, Excellence, Integrity, Outstanding Service, and Unity. This position is primarily on-site in Austin during the training period. Upon successful completion of training, the position is eligible for a hybrid schedule with one work-from-home day per week, based on business needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; equivalent relevant education and experience may be considered
- Five or more years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including meaningful accounting experience within a credit union or financial institution
- Strong experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, month-end/year-end close, and financial reporting support
- Experience researching and resolving complex reconciliation differences, out-of-balance conditions, and accounting discrepancies
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience with NCUA Call Report preparation, regulatory examinations, and external audits
- Experience with credit union core processing, general ledger, accounts payable, and financial reporting systems
- Experience with Fiserv Wisdom accounting software
- Experience providing technical guidance, cross-training, or quality review within an accounting team
Responsibilities
- Maintain general ledger integrity and prepare or review complex bank, settlement, clearing, and balance sheet reconciliations
- Research and resolve complex discrepancies, unusual activity, aged items, and out-of-balance conditions
- Prepare, review, and post journal entries, accruals, adjustments, and supporting documentation
- Own and coordinate assigned month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities and maintain the accounting close checklist
- Coordinate and support accounts payable, including invoice review, coding, approvals, payment processing, vendor records, expenses, corporate card activity, and related reconciliations
- Prepare recurring accounting reports, general ledger schedules, and financial information for Controller and management review
- Support NCUA Call Report preparation, regulatory reporting, audits, and examinations
- Serve as the primary technical resource for the Accountant and Accounting Specialist, providing guidance on complex transactions, reconciliations, discrepancies, and accounting treatment
- Review accounting work and supporting documentation as appropriate to promote accuracy, consistency, and adherence to established procedures
- Improve accounting procedures, documentation, workflows, cross-training, and internal controls while escalating significant issues to the Controller
Benefits
- Competitive total compensation aligned with experience
- Comprehensive employer-sponsored benefits package
- 401(k) with company match and company-paid pension plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development and learning opportunities
- A team-oriented culture with regular engagement activities
- On-site wellness amenities and an employee-focused work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
