Accounting Specialist I

Job Summary:

Accounting Specialist I is responsible for maintaining accurate and detail accounting records. This position processes domestic and international outgoing and incoming wires. The Accounting Specialist I is responsible to prepare monthly General Ledger reconciliations.  In addition, this position provides support to other Credit Union departments through assistance in problem resolution and research.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Process wire transfers daily
   
   
   
   • Domestic and international
   
   
   • Incoming and outgoing
   
   
   
   


2. General Ledger reconciliations
   
   
   
   • Reconcile branch and teller work daily
   
   
   • Verify manual department General Ledger entries daily
   
   
   • Reconcile General Ledger Accounts
   
   
   
   


3. Perform department processes, conduct research and problem resolution
   
   
   
   • Process deposited returned checks daily, review and process stop payments.
   
   
   • Process foreign checks.
   
   
   • Verify electronic payment file and return file (ACH).
   
   
   • Collaborate with team members to provide front line and member support by performing research and analysis.
   
   
   • File, store and destroy documents daily, weekly, monthly and annually.
   
   
   • Perform various administrative duties as directed by Management.
   
   
   
   

Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• Associate’s degree in Accounting

Work Experience:

• Experience: 1 -2 years


• Experience Details: Understand accounting principles. 


• Ability to accurately and efficiently analyze data.

Skills:

• Knowledge in Accounting principles required


• Proficiency in Excel skills


• Excellent time management ability


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy entering data


• Strong math and research skills.