Accounting Specialist

Summit Credit Union • Greensboro, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is primarily responsible for following detailed standardized procedures in performing accounting clerical operations. This position will also be performing a variety of duties related to the accounting functions within the credit union.

Requirements

• Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent in Accounting, or Finance from two-year College or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Knowledge of Internet Software; Spreadsheet Software (Excel); Word Processing Software (Word); Electronic Mail Software (Outlook).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to gain the trust of customers
• Excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously, meet deadlines, and handle work-related stress is required.
• Friendly, courteous, service-oriented, professional, outgoing, and customer service oriented.
• Remain calm and professional in stressful situations.
• Must be able to work independently and productively with minimum supervision.
• Recognize problems, identify possible causes and resolve routine problems.
• Team player with a "can do" attitude that can work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional atmosphere for employees, clients and customers
• Able to work a flexible schedule to include holidays.
• Knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• One year of full-time experience in accounting principles, practices and procedures; and performing routine accounting work.
• Maintains working knowledge of various accounting software programs.
• Knowledge of front-line software must be maintained in order to support front line staff.

Responsibilities

• Balances data received from data processing for share draft posting exceptions.
• Researches and resolves member's questions about ach and share draft postings.
• Verifies return totals to actual credit received.
• Processes Automated Clearing House (ACH) origination and all daily ACH files and exceptions.
• Prepares, posts and balances payrolls.
• Scans items necessary for record retention.
• Balances individual work to subtotals; classifies totals per general ledger.
• Reconciles auto recon general ledger daily.
• Prepares escheat letters relating to outstanding checks over 90 days old.
• Balance assigned accounts as needed (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.)
• Handles research requests for members that are not available in the credit union's computer-based record retention software program.
• Receives mail from branch and postal delivery. Distributes to appropriate accounting staff.
• Supports the Accounting call queue.
• Orders cash for branch offices.
• Processes file daily for the A2A transfers (from Home Banking)
• Process wire transfer requests, following wire transfer procedures. This includes documenting member call backs when required and OFAC check completed prior to remitting.
• Balances credit union daily check deposit (check 21) and other accounts as assigned.
• Maintains debit card daily reconciliations.
• Processes Callipay exceptions daily.
• Performs other duties that management deems necessary for the overall smooth operation of the credit union.
• Compiles and sorts documents, such as invoices and checks, substantiating business transactions.
• Verifies and posts details of business transactions, such as funds received and disbursed, and totals accounts computer spreadsheets and databases such as Midwest remittances.
• Investigates problems that vendors or purchasing agents have with obtaining payment for bills.
• Prepares vouchers, invoices, checks, account statements, reports, and other records, and reviews for accuracy.
• Reconciles general ledger accounts with various spreadsheets.
• Reconciles report discrepancies and problems and makes corrections.
• Processes return checks daily.
• Assists employees, vendors, clients, or members by answering questions related to accounts, procedures, and services.
• Assists the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), VP of Accounting or Accounting Manager on journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and other accounting tasks as assigned.
• Maintains controls and records of financial transactions.
• May audit operating reports, vouchers, invoices, requisitions, purchase orders, and similar statements.
• Cross-sells services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree