Financial Accountant / Analyst

Abri Credit Union•Romeoville, IL

18h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Financial Accountant / Analyst, you will be responsible for utilizing financial software like Fiserv-Portico and Wisdom for data processing and to develop actionable financial insights. The role involves providing detailed financial analysis to support strategic initiatives, assisting in the development of the Credit Union's annual budget, and maintaining the CECL model for loan loss adequacy. You will also maintain professional communication with auditors, governmental agencies, and vendors, ensuring prompt and accurate resolution of inquiries. Key duties include performing detailed analyses using the general ledger and other financial reporting systems, preparing daily cash position reports, and assisting the VP of Finance with data organization and analysis regarding projected assets, liabilities, and liquidity. You will contribute to the creation of monthly financial statements and reports for the Asset-Liability Committee (ALCO) and the Board of Directors, and support the preparation of regulatory reports such as the NCUA 5300 Call Report, IRS Form 990, and Federal Reserve 2900 reports. Additionally, you will prepare documentation for internal and external audits, assist in implementing auditor and examiner recommendations, and provide backup for card services (Debit/Credit/Prepaid) and ACH activities, including file verification, exception processing, and dispute adjustments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
3+ years of professional accounting/financial analysis experience, ideally within a financial institution.
Working knowledge of GAAP and FASB standards specifically as they apply to financial institutions.
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (complex spreadsheets) and the ability to quickly master core financial systems (Fiserv/Portico).
Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with Credit Union operations and regulations.
Familiarity with Fiserv's Portico and Wisdom platforms.
CPA or progress toward CPA certification is a significant plus.

Responsibilities

Utilize Fiserv-Portico and Wisdom software to perform data processing activities and develop actionable financial insights.
Provide detailed financial analysis supporting strategic initiatives.
Assist in the development and preparation of the Credit Union's annual budget.
Maintain CECL model providing ongoing analysis of the adequacy of the Allowance for Loan Loss.
Maintain professional communication with auditors, governmental agencies, and vendors, ensuring all inquiries are resolved promptly and accurately.
Perform detailed analyses utilizing the general ledger as well as all other financial reporting systems.
Prepare daily cash position reports; assist the VP of Finance in organizing and analyzing data regarding projected assets, liabilities, and liquidity.
Assist in the creation of monthly financial statements and reports for the Asset-Liability Committee (ALCO) and the Board of Directors.
Support the preparation of the NCUA 5300 Call Report, IRS Form 990, and Federal Reserve 2900 reports.
Prepare documentation for internal and external audits; assist in the implementation of auditor and examiner recommendations as directed by leadership.
Assist with required regulatory reporting.
Provide backup for card services (Debit/Credit/Prepaid) and ACH activities, including posting file verification, exception processing, and dispute adjustments.