Accounting Specialist

HomeTown Credit Union•Owatonna, MN

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Join our dynamic team at HomeTown Credit Union at our Bridge Street Branch in Owatonna, MN, as a full-time Accounting Specialist and embark on an exciting career journey! Step into a role where your attention to detail truly matters. As our Accounting Specialist, you'll handle essential daily accounting functions that keep our Credit Union running smoothly, from accurately entering transactions and balancing key accounts to managing accounts payable and completing reconciliations. You'll partner closely with our Controller on internal and external audits, provide timely support to staff and members, and play an active role in enhancing our processes. Your insights and recommendations will help strengthen our operations and advance the Credit Union's mission and vision. In this onsite role, you'll not only enhance your skills but also build meaningful relationships within the community. With a starting pay between $22.25 - $27.50 per hour, your career will thrive in an environment centered around integrity and excellence. You will be offered great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, and Employee Discounts. Get ready to make a difference in the lives of our members while developing your professional career in a friendly and supportive atmosphere! Celebrating over 50 years of providing financial wellness to our surrounding communities! At HomeTown Credit Union, we make a difference for our staff, members, and the community by living out our Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Member Advocacy, Education and Community. Your role as an Accounting Specialist As a full-time Accounting Specialist at HomeTown Credit Union, you will serve as the primary point of contact for our valued members, delivering exceptional banking services with professionalism and courtesy. Your role will be essential in fostering our member-centric environment, acting as a vital liaison between members and other Credit Union staff. By effectively communicating and addressing member needs, you will enhance the overall experience and satisfaction. Moreover, you will play a crucial role in strengthening the Credit Union's brand and image by consistently conducting yourself in a friendly, positive manner that reflects our core values of integrity and excellence. Join us and become a vital part of our commitment to making every member interaction a positive experience!

Requirements

Associate's degree in accounting or equivalent work experience
Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications-including Outlook, Word, and Excel
Proficiency in 10-key data entry by touch

Nice To Haves

Experience working within a financial institution

Responsibilities

Handle essential daily accounting functions
Accurately enter transactions
Balance key accounts
Manage accounts payable
Complete reconciliations
Partner closely with the Controller on internal and external audits
Provide timely support to staff and members
Play an active role in enhancing processes
Serve as the primary point of contact for members, delivering exceptional banking services with professionalism and courtesy
Foster a member-centric environment
Act as a vital liaison between members and other Credit Union staff
Effectively communicate and address member needs
Strengthen the Credit Union's brand and image by consistently conducting yourself in a friendly, positive manner that reflects our core values of integrity and excellence