Finance Accountant

Belco Community Credit Union•Harrisburg, PA

10h•$22 - $28•Hybrid

About The Position

Under limited supervision from the VP of Finance Accounting, this position will provide reconcilement and analysis of the following Accounting area functions; ACH, Share Draft, Visa, Income, Expenses, Loans, Fixed Assets, Shares, and all other general Accounting in accordance with GAAP. This role supports departmental goals for general ledger balancing and maintenance as well as month-end balancing completion by expected deadlines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required.
Two years similar or related experience, including time spent in preparatory positions.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting
practical experience of more than two years in financial institution accounting department

Responsibilities

Responsible for all phases of the close of business to include receipt, verification, and balancing of required data by the given deadline
In conjunction with the Finance Senior Accountant, assists with all phases of mid-month and month-end close of business to include receipt, verification and balancing of required data and all adjusting entries and accruals of all data
Assist all branches with vault and drawer balancing, when needed.
Assist all departments and branches with accounting queries.
In conjunction with the Finance Senior Accountant and VP of Finance Accounting, develops internal operating procedures for the Finance functions within the position’s control as well as provide periodic updates.
Strive to attain and exceed departmental, personal performance, and credit union strategic goals.
Provide input on process improvement opportunities dealing with the current job processes.
Serve as a team member on various business plan and department-based project initiatives.
Provide “hands on” assistance and cross training to all positions within the division.
Be familiar with Finance Senior Accountant responsibilities in order to assume responsibility of the Finance Senior Accountant in a back-up capacity.
Seize all opportunities to educate members about credit union products and services.
Abide by Belco’s policies, procedures, and standards.
Embody Belco’s mission, vision, core values and the Belco Life.
Any other duties requested by the VP of Finance Accounting.