Accounting Clerk

The Accounting Clerk is responsible for various tasks within the Accounting Department which support the operational goals of the department.

1)      Provides accounting/transactional support via telephone and email to Credit Union. Often, these are high priority tasks and are required to be completed by the end of day. (20%)

2)      Compiles all necessary data and reports for the assigned basic reconciliations. Reconciles routine, general ledger accounts (GLs) as assigned on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis as either a primary or backup responsibility. (20%)

3)      Tracks and researches exception items for assigned areas, works with multiple internal and/or external departments to resolve on a timely basis. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, reviewing vehicle loan documentation to ensure proper handling of associated insurance products, and monitoring official check stop payment requests to ensure timely execution by the specified deadline. (15%)

4)      Compiles various data and reports needed to support General Ledger (GL) account reconciliation activities completed by the Reconciliation Specialists and Accountants. Assists in resolving reconciliation issues. Ensures proper policies, procedures, risk mitigation activities, and operating controls are followed.  Reports gaps in policies, procedures, and operating controls to leadership to ensure member impact and risk is mitigated. (15%)

5)      Prepares and posts daily Accounting entries, which range from basic to moderate difficulty. (15%)

6)      Receives, distributes, and/or scans all physical mail received for the Accounting and Finance departments. Completes deposits of checks to the appropriate GL accounts. (5%)

7)      Develops and revises practices and procedures as they relate to the Accounting Clerk duties. Performs other functions within the Accounting department to support the overall function, which may include providing back-up support for the other Accounting personnel. (5%)

8)      Other duties/special projects as assigned. (5%)

Position Location based out of Headquarters.  Open to all partners.   Per week: 3 days in office, 2 at home, then the next week rotates.  May need to be in office based upon business need, meetings and trainings.

Required Skills 

1)      Strong preference for completion (or work towards) an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.

2)      A minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience as a Financial Coach (or similar) is required.

3)      Knowledge and understanding of basic accounting principles. 

4)      Demonstrated ability to work with detail while meeting daily, weekly, and monthly deadlines.

5)      Strong verbal and written communication skills.  Able to effectively communicate with personnel at all levels throughout the organization.

6)      Excellent computer skills and intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word, is required.

7)      Ability to accomplish assignments fairly independently.

8)      Ability to use analytical and independent judgment for process improvements and problem resolution.