Must be available to work Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and reporting financial analysis of the Credit Union’s Accounting Department. Performs various analytical functions, including analyzing proposed introduction of new programs, streamlined processes and provide actionable insights. Assists in preparing Board and internal management reports. Assists the Accounting Management in ensuring that accounting functions are in accordance with established legal, regulatory, and Credit Union procedures. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Assumes responsibility for assisting Accounting Management in the development of effective accounting policies and procedures. Assumes responsibility for the effective and accurate completion of accounting recording and reporting functions. ##### Researches and resolves accounting errors and discrepancies through general ledger reconciliation. Maintains the Credit Union’s Fixed Asset’s portfolio including tracking of Capital Projects. Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective communication with Credit Union personnel and with management. NON-ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective business relations with vendors, outside auditors and regulators, and with professional trade groups. Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education/Certification: - Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required Knowledge: - Understanding of general accepted accounting principles, government regulations and reporting requirements. - Familiarity with related auditing and data processing functions. - Understanding of automated accounting applications. - Knowledge of Credit Union environment, operations and information flow. Experience Required: - Must have at least five years of financial accounting experience, preferably in a financial institution Skills/Abilities: - Must have strong oral and written communication skills to include conveying detailed information, preparing clear and concise business letters and reports, and making professional presentations. - Must have excellent analytical abilities to include applying logical or scientific thinking to define problems, interpreting technical instructions, and performing basic statistical calculations. - Must have the ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects with various individuals and departments. - Must have strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively. - Must have the ability to effectively use PC and peripheral equipment, including adding machines, telephone systems, and other commonly used general office machines. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Education/Certification: - Master’s degree in Accounting / Finance or related field. Preferred Knowledge: - None. Experience Preferred: - Seven to 10 years of related experience, preferably in a Credit Union environment. Skills/Abilities: - None. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION Talking: Especially where one must frequently convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly. Average Hearing: Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information. Repetitive Motion: Movements frequently and regularly required using the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Average Visual Abilities: Average, ordinary, visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or products, or operate machinery. Physical Strength: Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Exerts up to 10 lbs of force occasionally. (Almost all office jobs.) WORKING CONDITIONS - No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions (such as in a typical office).