Accounting Manager

American 1 Credit Union•Jackson, MI

1d•$85,692•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Manager is responsible for all operational activities of the Accounting department. They oversee day-to-day operations across all accounting functions, including accounts payable, item processing, general ledger transactions, balancing, reconciliations, regulatory reporting, and analysis management. The Accounting Manager is dedicated to working with the VP of Finance and CFO to create and sustain a culture filled with people who are Focused, Engaged, Trustworthy, Humbly Confident, and driven to Achieve. The Accounting Manager collaborates with the Accounting team and other teams to ensure timelines and goals are achieved.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
4-5 years of related experience in a financial institution is required.
At least two years of management experience is required.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word is required
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel (formulas, functions, etc.) is required.

Nice To Haves

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Working knowledge of PC applications such as Microsoft Office
Ability to work independently or as a collaborative member of a team
Ability to direct other team members and coach others
Knowledge of credit union products, services, policies, core processes and procedures
Ability to provide supervisory leadership of professional- and intermediate-level staff
Demonstrated member-focused strategy skills
Demonstrated skill in gathering, reporting, and summarizing trends in data
Ability to express oneself clearly and articulately both orally and in writing
Ability to make decisions and take initiative in problem resolution
Ability to exercise tact and responsibility when handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

Focus on Purpose: Focused on the credit union's purpose of creating financial wellness in our community through everyday banking with an emphasis on our internal team development.
Lead, Manage, and Accountability: Committed to leading and managing in a way that creates an environment in which accountable employees thrive, and non-accountable people choose to leave. Effectively uses the people analyzer to find the right people and the right seats.
Team Collaboration: Collaborates with Accounting, Finance, and all other necessary teams in all discussions relevant to the management of the credit union’s short- and long-term goals and objectives and communicates such goals and objectives to credit union staff members.
Accounting Team Management: Manages the day-to-day accounting operations of the credit union, including accounts payable, general ledger transactions, balancing, item processing, and reconciliations. Responsible for managing the credit union’s reporting and analysis functions and preparing performance reports for Executive Management. Supports management in external audit processes.
Continued Growth Support: Supports the Accounting team in assessment, reporting, coaching, training, accountability and improvement plan recommendations for the department and individuals as needed.
Safety and Soundness: Monitors the credit union’s safety and soundness through compliant accounting practices and financial oversight, ensuring compliance with all policies and procedures and federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and industry best practices.
Employee Culture: Committed to building and supporting an engaging and inclusive culture for all.