Accounting Specialist General Finance na Horizon Credit Union

Description

YOUR PURPOSE

As a key member of the Accounting team, you will ensure the accurate processing and recording of general ledger transactions, prepare account reconciliations, and administer the Credit Union’s expense reimbursement processes. This role involves preparing a variety of journal entries and performing essential support functions that uphold the integrity of the Credit Union’s financial records. You will work independently within established regulations, accounting procedures, and internal policies. Collaboration is central to this role- working closely with colleagues in Accounting and other internal and external partners to meet deadlines and support organizational goals.

YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Administering the employee expense reimbursement process in compliance with company policies and guidelines, including corporate credit card expense reports.
• Reviewing, verifying, and categorizing expense submissions to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Communicating with employees regarding discrepancies and providing guidance on reimbursement procedures.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of employee reimbursements and corporate credit card expenses.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to streamline the reimbursement workflow.
• Verifying and posting business transactions to the general ledger and reconciling general ledger accounts in support of daily Credit Union operations.
• Balancing daily operational activity, including ACH, share drafts, loan payments, and cash letter postings.
• Supporting the end-to-end processing of outgoing wire transfers for both member and Credit Union transactions.
• Preparing daily bank account reconciliations.
• Preparing moderately complex spreadsheets, charts, and graphs for reporting and problem-solving purposes.
• Preparing monthly accruals and closing entries related to Credit Union operations.
• Providing backup support for other Accounting Specialist functions, including ATM and credit card processing, settlements, and other critical tasks as needed.
• Participating in staff meetings and supporting departmental projects.
• Performing other duties as assigned in response to evolving departmental needs.

SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Our individual contributor success competencies, coupled with our CORE Values, drive our ability to fulfill our Promise of "Guiding members in the direction of their dreams".

• Action Oriented: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Readily takes action on challenges, without unnecessary planning 
• Instills Trust: Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
• Member Focused: Builds strong member relationships and delivers member-centric solutions, both internally and externally 
• Self-Development Focused: Actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development

COMPENSATION

At Horizon Credit Union, we believe in attracting and retaining talented team members who embody our CORE Values of Capability, Optimism, Responsibility and Empathy. Our pay values are reflected in our compensation philosophy which rewards individual performance and the potential to contribute to our teams’ overall success long-term.

The full pay range for this position across all the states in which we hire is $23.42-$32.79. The figures shown represent the minimum and maximum of the range for this role. Individual offers are made dependent upon a candidate’s experience, education, and skill level.

Benefits, Perks, and Other Good Stuff

We know there’s more to life than just a job. Our benefits are designed to help support our employees and their well-being. Take a look at what we have to offer:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance for full-time and reduced full-time employees & their families
• Telemedicine for part-time employees
• Paid Group Life and Disability Insurance 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401K Retirement Savings
• Employer 401K Retirement Contributions & Matching upon eligibility
• Discretionary Annual Incentive Bonus based on eligibility criteria
• Paid Time Off per Full Calendar Year:

          10 hours of PTO per month (prorated for reduced full-time and part-time)

          Paid Birthday Holiday

          2 Paid Wellness Days

          Up to 24 hours of Paid Volunteer Time annually

          11 Paid Holidays

• And More!

Requirements

Education

High school diploma or GED required. At least one year of post-secondary education in accounting or finance is required. A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred. Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Experience

Minimum of two years of experience in one or more of the following areas:

• General ledger accounting (balance sheet and income statement accounts
• Accounts payable
• Balancing and reconciling accounts
• Experience with expense management software is a plus. 

Credit Union or other financial institution accounting experience is preferred

Capabilities

Technical & Analytical Skills

• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in all accounting tasks
• Proficient in managing general ledger accounts, including posting, balancing, and reconciling
• Skilled in preparing and analyzing moderately complex spreadsheets, charts, and graphs
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Technologically savvy and able to learn and operate software specific to the Credit Union’s accounting and member systems

Communication & Collaboration

• Communicates clearly and professionally with coworkers and all levels of management
• Maintains strict confidentiality standards in all communications and recordkeeping
• Builds positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team

Organization & Initiative

• Demonstrates excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Takes initiative and is results-driven, open-minded, and proactive in identifying and solving problems
• Displays a cooperative and positive attitude toward members and Credit Union staff
• Actively seeks opportunities for continuous improvement and professional development

ABLE TO

To perform the essential functions of this position an employee must be able to meet the following work place demands: ability to converse with others, detect sound, identify and detect objects, count, read, write, operate a computer, handle and feel objects, reach with hands/arms and be stationary and/or stand and/or move for long periods of time. Occasionally an employee will lift/pull/push and carry up to 25 to 50 pounds, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb and be able to maintain balance doing these activities. Position requires sound reasoning, good judgement and ability to apply knowledge toward work activities. The noise level is moderate and typical of a normal office environment. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Horizon Credit Union will provide reasonable accommodation/s to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, unless such accommodations would cause the employer an undue hardship. To request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

ABOUT THIS JOB DESCRIPTION

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential functions and minimum qualifications for this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Job descriptions are not intended nor do they create an employment contract and are subject to change at any time to accommodate business necessity. The Credit Union maintains its status as an at-will employer where applicable. In support of Horizon CU’s goals employees may perform other duties as assigned and all employees are expected to:

• Exemplify our CORE Values
• Promote teamwork and collaboration 
• Provide our members with the highest quality service