Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Achieva Credit Union is seeking a Senior Accountant to support advanced accounting, financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and analytical functions. The role maintains general ledger integrity, supports close processes and audits, prepares analyses and regulatory reports, and contributes to process improvements and staff development.
Responsibilities
- Provide prompt, professional, and accurate service to internal and external customers
- Work collaboratively with departments across the organization to resolve accounting-related issues and support business initiatives
- Serve as a resource to accounting staff by sharing knowledge, assisting with problem resolution, and supporting departmental cross-training efforts
- Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger through timely preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
- Assist with the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring financial information is complete, accurate, and timely
- Prepare financial analyses, schedules, and management reports to support decision-making
- Assist with the preparation and review of the quarterly NCUA Call Report and FR2900 reporting
- Maintain knowledge of applicable accounting standards, banking regulations, and regulatory requirements
- Support internal and external audits, regulatory examinations, and requests for financial information
- Assist in ensuring compliance with GAAP, NCUA regulations, and internal policies and procedures
- Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules
- Coordinate periodic physical inventories and asset verification procedures
- Ensure fixed asset additions, disposals, and transfers are accurately recorded and properly supported
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, reporting accuracy, and internal controls
- Participate in system implementations, process enhancements, and departmental projects
- Assist with research, special analyses, and strategic initiatives as requested by management
- Maintain and update departmental procedures and documentation
- Serve as backup for the Accounts Payable Team Lead and other accounting functions as assigned including support for Staff Accountant duties
- Maintain working knowledge of key accounting responsibilities through job sharing and cross-training
- Participate in annual training or as required by BSA and the Privacy Act
- Represent the credit union with professionalism and courtesy in all interactions
- Uphold the highest ethical standards in all interactions and responsibilities
- Represent and uphold the Achieva Brand Frame
- Support leadership initiatives that position the credit union as a top employer
- Perform other essential functions as needed or assigned
- Travel may be required on occasion
- Work flexible hours including weekends and holidays, based on workload or to meet member and business demands
Skills
- Experience with general ledger accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, fixed asset management, and month-end close activities
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookup functions, and financial data analysis
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Teams) and other business software applications
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles
- Understanding of credit union or banking regulations and reporting requirements
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to interpret policies, procedures, regulations, and accounting guidelines
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Proficiency with 10-key and data entry functions
- Ability to maintain confidential information and exercise sound professional judgment
- This position primarily operates in a remote office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and virtual meeting platforms. The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and communicate effectively via phone, video, and electronic messaging. This position may require extended periods of sitting or standing and occasional light lifting up to 25 pounds. Occasional travel to company offices or events may be required
- Travel may be required on occasion
- Work flexible hours including weekends and holidays, based on workload or to meet member and business demands
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- 5-7 years' progressive accounting experience, financial institution or credit union experience preferred
- Experience supporting regulatory reporting and audit processes preferred
Benefits
- This position primarily operates in a remote office environment.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
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