Accounting Specialist

*This position is located onsite, you must reside in the state of WI.*

POSITION SUMMARY

The Accounting Specialist serves the Accounting team by obtaining financial data for use in maintaining & reconciling accounting records.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

General Responsibilities

• Verify, balance, research and prepare journal entries necessary for daily business transactions.
• Submit state and federal withholding payments.
• Identify and research adjustments, errors, and other discrepancies. Follow-up on all outstanding items in a timely manner.
• Perform statement, check, and receipt research as required.  Pull copy requests for members as needed.
• Balance ITM, ATM, cash accounts and teller checks.  Assist front line staff with variance discrepancies and questions.
• Daily reconciliation of cash and management of cash balances in various credit union accounts.  This also includes proper processing of stale dated items and outstanding reserve items.
• Complete daily reconciliations as required by procedures.
• Monthly reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, applicable laws, and regulations.
• Comply with all aspects of BSA/AML and OFAC regulations as they relate to this position.
• Maintain a professional image of the credit union in dealing with members: provide friendly, helpful assistance, upgrade knowledge of financial products and protect member confidentiality.
• Additional duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate degree in accounting or related field or equivalent experience.
• 2 years of experience preferred.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Computer skills including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office, Internet.
• General typing and 10-key calculator skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively serve all levels of the organization as well as members of the Credit Union.
• Conscientious, attention to detail, performs accurate work with respect for regulations and standards.
• Solid math skills: calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and percentages.
• Ability to work at a steady, even pace, and has a high aptitude for work that is mechanical or technical in nature.
• Dependable, consistent in handling structured routines.
• Working knowledge of accounting and reconciliation of accounts.
• Possess a working knowledge of all relevant Banking Rules and Regulations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work Environment: Business office, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to sit or stand at a desk the majority of the day; talk or hear; stand or walk occasionally. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is typically utilizing a computer, keyboard, and phone.  May occasionally reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, and crouch.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

BENEFITS

• Medical, dental and vision insurances
• Supplemental insurances
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) Safe Harbor options
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays, including birthday
• Bereavement and pet leave
• Basic Life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability coverage at no cost
• Voluntary Life/AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by persons within this job this job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of persons assigned to this job. Additional duties may