Staff Accountant - Balance Sheet

Wings Credit Union•Apple Valley, MN

21h

About The Position

This role is responsible for maintaining adherence to corporate, accounting, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in the timely and accurate processing, reviewing, and preparing of complex general ledger and bank reconciliations. The position also involves completing project work with tight deadlines and serving as a guide and resource for credit union staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
3+ years accounting experience
Detailed knowledge of GAAP, accounting standards, corporate policies, and procedures regarding accounting
Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process
Strong PC skills and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including experience with macros
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to interact and communicate effectively with all credit union employees
Ability to prioritize, manage time, and maintain professionalism under pressure
Strong team player with willingness to assist others as needed
Self-starter, quick learner, and ability to multi-task on a regular basis
Ability to work in fast-paced environment while meeting crucial deadlines
Ability to review and develop process improvements in all areas of accounting
Proven ability to build strong customer/member relationships and delivering customer/member-centric solutions
Known for building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
Proven track record of taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
Ability to adapt approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations
Bondable required

Responsibilities

Play a key role in completing the monthly, quarterly, and annual close in an accurate and timely manner.
Reviewing, auditing, and maintaining a complete and accurate general ledger, including complex general ledger reconciliations, member rewards and VISA deposit account balances, and journal entries for insurance expenses, member fees, and employee compensation.
Processing daily branch and ATM machine checks.
Reviewing and auditing branch vault cash and over/short transactions and balances.
Completing federal and state tax withholding payments and entries.
Reviewing and resolving all monetary transactions that hit the unposted account and guiding/training other credit union employees on correct processing.
Ensuring Balance Sheet accounts have correct balances at month-end.
Reviewing and auditing mortgages in funding status, loans in process, and the loan warehouse for month-end accuracy.
Reviewing and auditing accounts over 90 days delinquent and backing out system-generated monthly interest accrual entries.
Reviewing and auditing member dividends payable accounts to ensure correct and timely payouts.
Reviewing and auditing allowance for loan loss general ledgers for regulatory reporting accuracy.
Reviewing and auditing armored cash management and foreign currency.
Adjusting monthly repo balances, negative deposit accounts, and member aircraft expenses.
Representing Accounting on projects vital to accounting changes based on requirements and goals.
Collaborating and developing successful partnerships with staff across all departments and branches.
Assisting with internal/external audits by preparing schedules, researching data, clarifying inquiries, and providing explanations.
Providing backup support to other positions within the accounting department.
Creating and updating procedures on tasks related to accounting and job responsibilities.
Identifying and implementing changes to processes that increase accuracy and efficiency and/or increase income and decrease expenses.
Seeking opportunities for further education and skills development to meet changing business demands.
Remaining cognizant of and adhering to policies, procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.