Accountant
Administrative
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Position Summary:
The Accountant is responsible for maintaining the general ledger throughout the monthly cycle. They perform critical accounting functions under general supervision, including journal entries, and reconciliations, ensuring adherence to industry standards and the integrity of all financial information. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) requirements, evaluating emerging GAAP and regulatory changes, and recommending updates to maintain compliance and accuracy. The Accountant assists with annual budgeting, audits, and process improvement initiatives.
*Employees are expected to adhere to all rules and regulations applicable to this position, including but not limited to all policies and procedures pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):
· Monthly Accounting Responsibilities
o Prepaid and Fixed Asset Management
o Investment Accounting
o Payroll entries
o Miscellaneous accruals
o Month-end close entries
o G/L Reconciliation
· Quarterly/Annual Responsibilities
o Regulatory reporting – 5300 Call report; FR2900
o Property tax filing/payments
o Federal Tax Reporting
§ 1099-Misc Reports
§ Backup Withholding Form 945
o Indiana Department of Revenue
§ ST-108 Report
o Financial Audit assistance
· Provide support for accounting systems including Prologue, Certify, Frontier, and others
Required Skills
Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Requirements:
· Education and Credentials
o Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting or Finance
· Experience
o 1 year of professional accounting experience or Internship preferred
o Prior experience in the financial services industry preferred
· Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
o Knowledge of accounting principles and regulations
o Proficient with Microsoft Excel
o This position requires a self-starter with the ability to work independently
o Ability to communicate, verbally and in writing, in a professional manner when dealing with employees, members, vendors and company contacts
o Ability to follow the core values of honesty, integrity, mutual respect, pride and ownership
Purdue Federal Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
This position is located at 1551 Win Hentschel Blvd, West Lafayette, IN. View the Google Map in full screen.