Manager of Accounting bei Ent Credit Union

Ent Credit Union exists to improve the financial quality of life of the people we serve. This mission drives us every day, but we are more than our mission. We're also individuals using our unique abilities to make our organization, and the communities we serve, better than they were yesterday. We're a not-for-profit that puts people above profits and actively invests in our community. Our rapidly growing team is expanding our reach to serve more people throughout Colorado. To spread our mission far and wide, we need people like you. If you're interested in a paycheck with a purpose, apply with us today. Our people make the difference, and we truly believe you are our greatest asset.

The primary purpose of this position is to manage the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department to include the supervision of assigned subordinates. The Manager of Accounting is responsible for ensuring staff receives adequate support and training to maintain high work quality and service standards. This position is responsible for accurate financial reporting in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Regulatory reporting, and ensures the delivery of high-quality Member service. This position is responsible for providing technical staff support during staff vacations and shortages, and coordinates the composition and maintenance of all department procedures. In addition, this position provides inter-department accounting support for credit union initiatives, serving in an advisory capacity on various project teams, and supports senior department Management in various other projects.

Essential Functions

• Accounting Department Daily Functions / Optimization: Manage and monitor the Department's daily activities to ensure department work quality and standards are maintained. Ensure any exceptions are researched and resolved effectively. Review accounting processes for effective efficiencies, initiating and implementing process improvements as needed. Provide inter-department accounting support for credit union initiatives, serving in an advisory capacity on various project teams. Manage and monitor the month-end process for producing the monthly financials to include analytical review of the General Ledger variances. Review the General Ledger reconciliations for accuracy and completeness, and proper classification of outstanding items, to include sign-off indicating management review. Manage the composition and maintenance of all department procedures to include maintaining the department's business resumption activities.
• Staff Alignment / Team Development: Provide supervision, training, cross-training, cross-coverage, and support to the Accounting Department staff. Monitor employee performance and provide on-going feedback and coaching to assigned subordinates. Compose and deliver staff performance evaluations. Work with cross-functional staff and colleagues, evaluate staff workload distribution, staff assignments, and make recommendations to Management for changes or reassignments as the Credit Union grows and changes.
• Accounting Strategy Formulation / Implementation / Special Projects: Participate in ad hoc special projects related to all aspects of Accounting as an internal consultant and/or project owner. Such projects may be cross-departmental / organizational in scope and may affect the entirety of the organization. Assist in research, development, and implementation of accounting processes to support credit union products and services, system conversions, upgrades, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives as directed by Senior Management. Serve on or liaise with various committees as assigned. Other related accounting duties to include participation in regulatory reporting, interacting with internal and external auditors, and examiners.
• Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Ent policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.

Minimum Formal Qualifications for this Position

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting / Finance.
• Master's Degree in Accounting / Finance. preferred
• 7+ years' experience in the accounting or finance field to include: Required
• 2+ years' supervisory experience. Required

Technical or Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

• Advanced communication, organizational, and customer service skills, to interact constructively with all levels of staff and management, external auditors, and examiners.
• Ability to independently analyze complex accounting transactions and general ledger variances.
• Ability to make rational, independent business decisions using a high level of common sense.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. Literacy in the use of personal computer applications and ten-key is necessary.
• Advanced understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Remain current with statements issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) to assess impact to accounting processes and ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Properly account for and ensure the timely payment of credit union expenditures.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and changing assignments.
• Ability to manage a high level of detail with absolute accuracy and ability to employ common sense.
• Ability to write with logical clarity to produce formalized documentation for assigned processes and duties.
• Ability to supervise assigned staff members, assist in their development and training, and assess their strengths and weakness.
• Provide appropriate feedback and make recommended changes for staff assignments.

Certifications Required:

• Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA). preferred

Environmental, Physical and Psychological Requirements

• Standing - Occasionally
• Walking - Occasionally
• Sitting - Frequently
• Lifting - Rarely (40 Lbs)
• Carrying - Rarely
• Pushing - Rarely
• Pulling - Rarely
• Balancing - Rarely
• Stooping - Rarely
• Kneeling - Rarely
• Crouching - Rarely
• Crawling - Rarely
• Reaching - Occasionally
• Handling - Occasionally
• Grasping - Occasionally
• Feeling - Occasionally
• Talking - Frequently
• Hearing - Frequently
• Repetitive Motions - Frequently
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Occasionally
• Noises louder than normal speaking volume - Occasionally
• Temperature Changes - Rarely
• Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely

The pay range for this position is: $107,016 to $118,289 per Year (S17)

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

This position is eligible for our corporate bonus program based on company performance.

Benefits Summary Sheet

At Ent Credit Union, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
 

• Health Benefits: Affordable insurance, 24/7 doctor access, and a nationwide provider network.
• 401(k): 3% automatic contribution after three months, plus up to 6% matching.
• Paid Time Off: During your first year, enjoy 16 days of paid time off (PTO) plus 9 paid holidays. And it grows from there.
• Volunteer Time Off: Paid time off to give back to the community.
• Education Support: Up to $10,000 annually for higher education and assistance for certifications.
• Exclusive Discounts: Significant savings on home, car, and personal loans.
  
  For more information about our outstanding benefits please visit our careers page at www.ent.com/careers.
  
  We anticipate this position to close on 10/31/2025. Please submit your application at your earliest convenience to be considered.
  
  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)