Accounting Operations Specialist

About the position

The Accounting Operations Specialist is responsible for various essential functions related to the accurate and efficient processing of financial transactions. This includes reviewing and posting items for remote deposit capture, managing payroll deductions, processing wire requests, and reconciling accounts. The role requires a strong understanding of financial regulations and the ability to troubleshoot inquiries from members and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and posts items received for remote deposit capture.
• Responsible for the accurate and efficient posting of all incoming mailed payments and deposits.
• Administers payroll deduction for members; balances payroll checks/wires/ACH to system and investigates exceptions.
• Processes and balances various files received from the Federal Reserve and makes appropriate adjustments for exceptions.
• Balances corporate ATM checks.
• Processes member and corporate wire requests in accordance with Federal and credit union regulations.
• Processes currency orders for branches and ATMs.
• Reconciles various DDA and general ledger accounts.
• Prepares and files various operational reports.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• One to three years of similar or related experience.
• A high school education or GED.
• Good understanding of fraud, risks, and appropriate regulations associated with RDC.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Windows.
• Capable of quick and accurate use of a 10-key calculator.
• Organized with the ability to work with multiple priorities and coordinate team deadlines.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with account and check evaluation.
• Demonstrates the ability to assess risk, exercise discretion, and handle sensitive and confidential information.