Are you ready for an exciting career in the financial services industry? If so, Andrews Federal is the place for you! Andrews Federal is a transformative, international financial institution, proud to serve our military and communities. Our top priority remains to help our members achieve financial wellness.
With a positive workplace culture embedded in every aspect of our DNA, our organization has been certified as a Great Place to Work for 4 years. Andrews Federal offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to maintain a happy and healthy workforce.
As our organization continues to thrive, we seek a highly motivated workforce that is not afraid to provide innovative solutions within the financial services industry. Our leaders encourage collaboration and new ideas as we continue to serve our global membership.
Some of the perks of working at Andrews Federal include:
- 12 paid holidays a year including your birthday
- Affordable healthcare plans and Employer Paid FSA accounts
- Career development, training opportunities, career coaching, and tuition reimbursement
- Retirement plans with a competitive matching option
- Childcare stipend to help working families
Purpose of Position:
The Accountant I supports the daily operations of the Accounting Department by performing accounts payable functions, processing employee expense reports, preparing journal entries, completing assigned general ledger reconciliations, setting up new vendors, and assisting with wire processing, daily bank account monitoring, and cash reconciliations as needed. This role ensures adherence to internal controls, accounting policies, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and applicable regulatory requirements. The Accountant I plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the credit union’s compliance with relevant financial and operational regulations.
Essential Duties
- Review, process, and code vendor invoices in accordance with internal controls and policies.
- Set up new vendors in the accounting system, ensuring required documentation is collected and proper screening (e.g., OFAC) is completed.
- Process employee expense reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with credit union policy.
- Assist with wire processing, daily bank account monitoring, cash reconciliations, and other accounting functions as needed; participate in cross-training to provide backup support across the department.
- Prepare and post assigned journal entries, including month-end close activities.
- Complete assigned general ledger account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
- Research accounting issues and assist in resolving financial discrepancies or process questions.
- Maintain organized and accurate documentation for all financial transactions and reconciliations.
- Collaborate effectively with other departments to support accurate financial reporting and resolve accounting inquiries.
- Ensure assigned tasks are completed in compliance with applicable regulations, internal procedures, and GAAP standards.
- Support internal and external audits by providing requested reports, documentation, and explanations.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives and recommend changes to increase efficiency or accuracy.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Required KSA's:
- Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Minimum 2 year of accounting or accounts payable experience; experience in a credit union or financial institution is a plus.
- Working knowledge of GAAP and basic understanding of regulatory compliance in a financial services environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software systems.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively in a team environment.
- Willingness to cross-train and provide backup support across accounting functions.
- High level of integrity, confidentiality, and sound judgment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit at a desk and computer for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodation will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization. EOE
Pay Range
$59,920.32 - $68,650.40
