Staff Accountant - Balance Sheet

Maintain 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. Complete project work with tight deadlines. Guide and be a resource for credit union staff.

Essential Functions

• Play a key role in completing the monthly, quarterly, and annual close in an accurate and timely manner.
• Responsible for reviewing, auditing, and maintaining a complete and accurate general ledger, including but not limited to: Complex general ledger reconciliations.
• Member rewards and VISA deposit account balances. 
• Journal entries for a variety of insurance expenses, member fees, and employee compensation related to current product offerings.
• Daily branch and ATM machine check processing.
• Review and audit the branch vault cash and over/short transactions and balances.
• Complete federal and state tax withholding payments and entries to ensure accurate filing.
• Review and resolve all monetary transactions that hit the unposted account, and work with other credit union employees and departments to guide and train on correct processing.
• Ensure Balance Sheet accounts have correct balance at month-end.
• Review and audit mortgages currently in funding status and ensure loans in process and the loan warehouse are correct for the month-end.
• Review and audit accounts >90 days delinquent and backout system-generated monthly interest accrual entries.
• Review and audit member dividends payable accounts to ensure all accounts are paid out correctly and on time.
• Review and audit allowance for loan loss general ledgers to ensure transactions are correct for regulatory reporting needs.
• Review and audit armored cash management and foreign currency.
• Review and adjust monthly repo balances, negative deposit accounts, and member aircraft expenses.
• Represent Accounting on projects vital to changes in accounting based on requirements and goals.
• Work collaboratively and develop successful partnerships with staff across all departments and branches.
• Assist with both internal/external audits by preparing schedules, researching data, clarifying inquiries, and providing explanations.
• Provide backup support to other positions within the accounting department.
• Create and update procedures on tasks related to accounting and job responsibilities.
• Identify and implement changes to processes that increase accuracy and efficiency and/or increase income and decrease expenses.
• Look for opportunities to further education and skills to meet needs as business demands change.
• Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Wings policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.

Qualifications

Minimum Formal Qualifications for this Position

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Required
• 3+ years accounting experience Required

Technical or Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

• 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
• Member Focused: Proven ability to build strong customer/member relationships and delivering customer/member-centric solutions
• Collaborates: Known for building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• Action Oriented: Proven track record of taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
• Situational Adaptability: Ability to adapt approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations

Certifications Required:

• Bondable required

Additional Information

The pay range for this position is: $69,000 to $77,000 Annually (S15) with a target 10% bonus.

Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, certifications, location and internal pay equity.

This position is eligible for an incentive plan.

BENEFITS:
 

• Generous 401(k) match
• 401k Discretionary Profit Sharing
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation, Sick, Floating Holidays and Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
  
  Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
  
  The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)