Part-Time Bookkeeper

CU Answers • Grand Rapids, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking a Bookkeeping Specialist for our Xtend Team to provide stand-in and daily bookkeeping services to our credit union partners through Xtend Bookkeeping. You’ll contribute to evolving services related to exception processing and general ledger balancing. This is a part-time position with the following schedule: Monday thru Friday: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM or 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to exercise discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Strong visual acuity for close-range, detail-oriented work.
• Excellent listening skills with the ability to follow detailed verbal instructions.
• Professional, clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for repetitive data entry and precise document handling.
• Demonstrated initiative in expanding job knowledge, analytical skills, and understanding credit union operations.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in a business-related field or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Experience with CUBASE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily bookkeeping procedures for credit union clients in compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Post and balance journal entries for ACH, Share Draft, Credit Cards, ATM, and Corporate Statements.
• Prepare and deliver daily end-of-day reports reflecting general ledger status.
• Communicate with credit union staff via Zendesk and email to obtain reports and resolve daily transaction needs.
• Perform end-of-month close activities, including general ledger balancing and reconciliation reporting.
• Provide backup and peer coverage for other Bookkeeping Specialists as needed.
• Assist with stand-in service coverage when requested by credit unions.
• Complete special balancing projects approved by management.
• Perform Bookkeeping Associate duties for one credit union per quarter to maintain disaster recovery readiness.
• Complete required annual ACH processing training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• full medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• PTO
• a generous 401k matching program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED