Accounting Manager

CoVantage Credit Union • Antigo, WI

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About The Position

Join a mission‑driven credit union where your expertise directly shapes financial integrity, operational excellence, and the success of our members and employees. We’re looking for a forward‑thinking Accounting Manager who brings strong leadership, deep accounting knowledge, and a passion for building high‑performing teams. In this role, you’ll lead our accounting department, ensure a rock‑solid internal control environment, and deliver financial insights that guide strategic decisions. You’ll mentor and develop staff, champion continuous improvement, and help us live out our people‑first service culture every day. Your starting pay rate will be based on your related experience and qualifications. Benefits include a 401k employer match of up to 200%, a bonus of annual salary up to 8%, a generous employer HSA contribution, and paid time off for community service.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent professional experience.
• Proficient with Windows and Microsoft Office software.
• A minimum of 5 years’ relevant work experience.
• Previously held a leadership role within a financial institution
• Prior supervisory experience.
• Strong accounting, accounts payable, and with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (G.A.A.P.) expertise.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or CMA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engages direct reports in setting impactful and meaningful objectives that align with the mission and service culture, ensuring they understand their roles and priorities.
• Empowers direct reports by delegating authority and supporting their work while ensuring they have clarity on their responsibilities and progress.
• Ensures the general ledger and financial reports are prepared timely and maintained in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), federal and state regulations, and credit union policies.
• Analyzes emerging GAAP developments, assess business impacts, and develop recommendations for action for consideration for accounting treatment.
• Consistently demonstrates and covey’s the credit union’s mission and purpose and complies with all policies and regulations.
• Exhibits the credit union’s seven service standards promoting a culture of welcoming all and putting people first whether they are a member or a coworker.

Benefits

• Benefits include a 401k employer match of up to 200%, a bonus of annual salary up to 8%, a generous employer HSA contribution, and paid time off for community service.

What This Job Offers

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