Senior Accountant - ON SITE

CONNEX CREDIT UNION INC•North Haven, CT

3d•$70,127 - $105,191•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Accountant assists in the daily functions of the accounting department under the supervision of the Controller. This includes obtaining the knowledge of each job responsibility and the ability to solve problems as needed. The Senior Accountant will prepare monthly financial statements and various other month end and budget reports and will be responsible for the proper month end balances within the general ledger.

Requirements

Degree in Accounting required
6-8 years related work experience
Ability to problem solve in concise, logical and timely manner
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi task
Desire to learn new things and take on new tasks as needed
Ability to work independently with guidance as needed
High degree of honesty, integrity and accuracy
Continued education through selected training courses
Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word & Excel
After hours meetings required

Responsibilities

Prepare financial statements and maintain a current understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Assist in preparation of monthly/quarterly management and departmental reports
Assist in preparation of monthly/quarterly Board/ALCO reports
Manage the cash accounts of the Credit Union and reconcile Eascorp, Federal Reserve, and FHLB cash accounts monthly
Maintain Prepaid accounts and Fixed Asset module and corresponding entries.
Oversee ACH, ATM and Share draft file processing, maintain internal controls and provide back up when necessary.
Oversee processing of Manual payrolls.
Oversee Accounts Payable function.
Assist Controller in month end GL closing.
Manage and prepare GL reconciliations.
Manage Prologue and the set-up of general ledger accounts.
Prepare NCUA Quarterly Call report.
Complete daily/monthly requirements of FNMA for the loans serviced by the credit union.
Manage Shared Branching, including reporting.
Completion of Annual Escheat Reports.
Prepares Annual Property Tax Assessment Reports.
Completion of required tax forms (such as but not limited to UBIT)
Assist in coordination of Audits with External Auditors, Internal Auditors, and various examiners
Assist with Budgeting and Profitability as needed.
Assist with new product financial analyses and accounting policies and procedures
Assist the CFO and Controller in special projects as assigned.