Staff Accountant II

PRIMARY: Performs accounting functions according to established accounting principles.
Assists with various tasks in order to help maintain up to date work and reconciliations and supports other departments, as needed.
Assists with process improvement, departmental efficiency, regulatory reporting, and updating procedures.
Will be responsible for the timely and accurate completion of general ledger reconciliations, assisting with regulatory reporting, Accounts Payable processing, month-end closing entries, bank reconciliations and various other daily accounting functions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Practice CBC core values: Make It Right-CBC pledges to do the right thing for our credit union by providing the greatest benefit possible to our members and our community Make It Easy-CBC pledges to provide easy financial solutions, convenient locations, efficient service and simplified processes Make It Personal-CBC pledges to nurture deep, personal relationships with members, based on their individual needs and preferences Performs month end processes and procedures such as journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, prepaids, allocations, capital expenditures, amortization/depreciation, and month end reporting.
Performs A/P processing as needed Assist with Mortgage Servicing duties as needed such as processing payments, reconciling, disbursements and assisting members.
Performs detailed analysis of general ledgers and expenditures upon request.
Works closely with other departments to rectify issues and help create balancing efficiencies.
Assist with internal and external audits as needed.
Assist with management and regulatory reporting, including preparation of the NCUA 5300 Call Report as needed.
Maintain accounting workbooks, schedules and back-up data for items such as fixed assets in process Monitor stale dated and aging of CBC corporate, cashiers and money order checks on a periodic basis.
Maintain ATM related workbooks including weekly branch postings and daily ATM check deposit reconciliation.
Works closely with branch staff regarding any ATM weekly reconciliation discrepancies.
Performs daily corporate cash management functions including but not limited to: Verify cash transfers/wires.
Posting journal entries, updating spreadsheets, and tracking borrowing rates.
Monitoring balances in deposit accounts Reconcile bank accounts, make adjusting entries and resolve open issues in a timely manner.
Reconcile cash general ledger accounts on a daily basis.
Creates and maintains procedures related to accounting process, including documentation supporting accounting principles used.
Provide back-up support for various functions on the team to ensure the continuity of all support services during the absence of any other member of the Accounting Department.
Assumes the responsibility for all other related duties as required REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and ability required of an individual to satisfactorily perform the essential duties of this job.
Moderate to Strong proficiency in MS Office, and MS Excel required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and organizational skills with close attention to detail.
Strong problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
Ability to interface effectively with all levels of leadership and employees within the organization.
Ability to work autonomously, handle multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to new demands and challenges.
Ability to work under minimal supervision is required.
Ability to follow instructions and respond to management direction.
Ability to consistently be at work on scheduled days and at scheduled time.
Knowledge of computer information systems including general ledger and reporting systems.
Knowledge of financial and accounting principles as applied in a financial services industry environment is preferred.
Knowledge of financial instruments including debt securities, loans, & debt obligations is preferred.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Accounting or Finance or business‐related field or equivalent combination of education or experience is required.
Must have a minimum of two years of accounting experience within public accounting or financial services industry strongly preferred.
Pursuing CPA is a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This position is of light physical activity performing non-strenuous tasks of a clerical nature.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is consistently required to sit.
Requires occasional standing and walking.
Frequent repetitive use of both hands to include occasional simple grasping.
Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items and work with hands to fingers.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work area is a well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office setting with adequate ventilation.
The noise level is moderate.
WORK SCHEDULE: Workweek will be 40 hours to include some overtime as needed.
Occasional attendance at meetings before or after scheduled hours may be required.
Management reserves the right to change any employee's work schedule to meet the operational needs of the Credit Union.
Furthermore, management reserves the right to reassign any employee, either temporarily or permanently, to work at another credit union location.
TRAVEL: Minimal overnight travel (up to 10%) by land and/or air.
I have read this job description and I attest that I am able to perform the essential duties and physical requirements of this position.
I understand that the statements contained in this job description are not intended to establish an employment contract as I am considered an "at-will" employee.
I am also aware that this job description is subject to change at the discretion of management.