Accounting Manager bei E-Central Credit Union

About E-Central Credit Union

Located near the vibrant Old Town area of Pasadena, E-Central Credit Union is built on providing an exceptional member experience and working on behalf of everyone we serve.

About This Position

The Accounting Manager plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the Credit Union’s financial records. This position oversees day-to-day accounting operations, including financial reporting, reconciliations, audit preparation, and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The Accounting Manager supports strategic initiatives through analysis and reporting, and partners closely with the CFO on complex accounting projects and regulatory reporting. This role requires both technical expertise and a hands-on approach, balancing detailed accounting work with guidance and mentorship to the accounting team. 

This is a full-time, in-office position in Pasadena.

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensures completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of transactions/journal entries in facilitating the accounting monthly closing.
• Completes advanced GL reconciliations and provides resolution of reconciling/aged items.
• Performs inter-company accounting and/or related account reconciliation and review.
• Performs analyses of financial reports and takes corrective action when appropriate.
• Assist the CFO in calculating, analyzing, and validating Allowances for Loan and Lease Losses and testing for reasonableness.
• Reviews the accuracy of GL classification for real estate loan originations, participation loans, origination fees and expenses, and servicing fees.
• Performs investment accounting, including posting purchases, sales/maturities/calls, accrued investment income.  Perform loan accrual.
• Validates investment report information and reconciles related GLs.
• Performs accounting research, analysis, and journal entries for secondary marketing activities, including loan sales and mortgage servicing rights.
• Performs accounting research, analysis, and journal entries for deferred loan origination fees/costs.
• Process Accounts Payable and ensure accuracy of the assigned GL's.
• Leads and reviews IRS Form 1099-M and 1099NEC at year-end.
• Supports Fixed Assets function through supervision of FA processing, roll forward schedules, and FA inventory process and documentation.
• Oversees the expense report and reimbursement processing; ensures accuracy, timeliness, and proper completion notifications.
• Assist the CFO with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial reporting and compliance initiatives (e.g., monthly internal reports, annual external audit, quarterly Call reports).
• Prepares Board report schedules.
• Completes or reviews other external reporting requirements such as property tax accounting.
• Integrates data from various sources to compile reports, including statistical trends and financial reporting.
• Assist the CFO with preparing documentation and respond to other requests by auditors, examiners, and other third parties.
• Assists the CFO with the annual budget preparation process, including certain operating expenses, capital expenditure, and related depreciation projections, and validation of assigned cost centers.
• Participates in or leads special accounting studies, analyses, cost studies, and accounting system report development.
• Participates in or leads the development, implementation, and testing of new or redesigned systems, reports, loan/share products, and procedures to ensure efficient business operations.
• Process expense report and reimbursement processing; ensures accuracy, timeliness, and proper completion notifications
• Assists in the development of procedures for all accounting functions.
• Other related duties as assigned by the Credit Union.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role within a financial institution, credit union, or similar regulated environment.
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, reconciliations, and advanced accounting practices; experience with investment accounting, loan accounting, and audit preparation strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting/ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with credit union core systems and financial reporting tools a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct complex financial analysis, reconcile accounts, and resolve discrepancies with accuracy and timeliness.
• Strong team leadership skills with proven ability to train, mentor, and guide staff; excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports and presenting financial data.
• Familiarity with regulatory reporting (e.g., Call Reports, IRS 1099s) and experience supporting external audits, examiner reviews, and compliance initiatives.

Compensation & Benefits

When extending an offer of employment, the CU considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

E-Central offers a pleasant, supportive work environment and a competitive benefits package including health, dental & vision, life & disability, flexible spending account, 401(k) with profit sharing, loan discounts, 11 paid holidays, paid sick leave, and generous paid time off.