Accounting Representative I presso BayPort Credit Union

POSITION SUMMARY:

The primary purpose of this position is to provide accounting support to the Credit Union. This is accomplished by performing tasks necessary to balance and update general ledger and subsidiary accounts; maintaining and reconciling daily cash accounts, preparing various accounting reports as required; and performing other accounting-related duties. Performs tasks according to detailed standard operating procedures. Other duties include ensuring that reports, accounts, systems, policies, and practices adhere to general accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and performing other duties as requested.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND SUPPORTING DUTIES:

• Processes accounts payable invoices, to include verification of request or invoice for proper approval, expensing and supporting documentation. Scans or saves invoices/reimbursements to proper vendor record and applies proper approval process within AP system.
• Processes GL Transaction Import daily from AP System to core system. Processes and transfers AP Direct Deposit and ACH files daily and clears any exceptions,
• Maintains vendor database to include vendor address, phone numbers, email addresses, payment type, IRS codes, mileage rates and GL accounts.
• Stays current on all updates and enhancements for Accounts Payable software and implements all necessary or recommended changes.
• Balances check registers for both core and AP System daily and remits via wire transfer the total issue file to third party check vendor.
• Manages Positive Pay exceptions and stop payment adjustments with third party check vendor.
• Maintains check stock inventory with third party check vendor.
• Processes daily settlement files from Debit and Credit Card vendors to core system.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Required Education: Associate Degree in Accounting or related field. Equivalent work experience may be substituted for education requirements.

Required Experience: Minimum 2 years previous accounting/AP experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Knowledge: Overall knowledge of general credit union operational procedures and policies. Proficient working knowledge of accepted accounting principles. 

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to adhere to BayPort Credit Union’s Core Values:  Integrity, Be Bold, Compassion, Diversity, Innovation, It’s On Me, and One Team.

• Proficiency in current version of Microsoft Office Suite and the use of Credit Union or other computer- based accounting systems.
• Exhibits strong accuracy and organizational skills.
• Demonstrates strong analytical and technical skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are necessary.

This job description is not an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities, skills, working conditions or essential functions of this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove essential functions as business needs warrant.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.