Senior Accountant

EastRise Federal Credit Union•South Burlington, VT

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About The Position

Support management in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial data with responsibility for the more complex general ledger accounts and critical accounting functions. Provide guidance to accountants on day-to-day inquiries and serve as a resource in the manager’s absence. May assist with internal and external audits and Regulatory examinations and filings. Participate in special projects assigned and initiatives as assigned by management.

Requirements

Five years to eight years of similar or related experience, including preparatory experience preferred. A candidate with a minimum of two years in public accounting would be considered. Financial accounting experience and understanding of GAAP required. Specialized knowledge in regulatory and credit union regulations preferred.
A college degree; Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
A significant level of trust, credibility and diplomacy is required. In-depth dialogue, conversations and explanations with customers, direct and indirect reports and outside vendors can be of a sensitive and/or highly confidential nature. Communications may involve motivating, influencing, educating and/or advising others on matters of significance. Typically includes subject matter experts as well as first level to middle managers.
Must be at least 18 years of age. Favorable Background, Credit, Criminal, Bondability, and Reference Checks required. (Motor Vehicle check dependent on position.) Travel to other branches or locations as required. Embody EastRise’s Purpose, Guiding Principles and Cultural Guideposts.

Responsibilities

Performs daily, weekly, monthly reconciliations for specific general ledger accounts that may have a higher degree of complexity and ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards. Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner by collaborating with relevant departments, to clear outstanding items, and ensure timely reconciliation to support accurate financial reporting.
Could assist the VP Controller and Accounting Manager with the preparation of the annual budget and financial forecasts by gathering data from other departments and creating a detailed budget for Senior Management.
May prepare and submit assigned regulatory and management financial reports, including the FR2900 (weekly) and the NCUA 5300 Call Report (quarterly), ensuring accuracy and compliance with reporting requirements.
May perform or serve as back up for the advanced accounting functions involving more specialized areas, such as investments, derivatives, lease accounting, secondary market transactions and reconciliation, and mortgage servicing rights (MSRs). Responsibilities include accurate recording, analysis, and reconciliation of related accounts in compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
May be responsible for processing prepaid expenses and accruals, including recording, tracking and reconciling entries to ensure period-end financial reporting in accordance with accounting policies and timelines.
Provide support and serve as a backup to other accountants by assisting with various daily and weekly account reconciliations. Ensure continuity of operations by maintaining accuracy and timeliness in financial processes during period of absence or increased workload.
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of policies, procedures, and workflows related to assigned functional areas, ensuring clarity, consistency, and compliance with organizational standards
Conduct and assist with other duties and special projects as requested. Cross train to cover for and assist other accounting department staff as needed.
Support the annual external financial statement audit by providing the required reconciliations and supporting documentation.
Must comply with all company policies and procedures, applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control.