Staff Accountant
GFA is seeking the right individual to join our accounting team.
Each employee at GFA Credit Union plays an important role in achieving our mission of improving the quality of life for our members and those communities we serve. At the same time, provide the best financial services – making GFA our members’ primary financial institution of choice. All employees, as part of their job duties, are expected to perform in a manner that exhibits and upholds the core values of GFA which are to be Curious, Empowered, Compassionate, Accountable, Present and Remarkable.
As the Staff Accountant you will play a key role in supporting the financial operations of the credit union. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and assisting with financial and regulatory reporting for the credit union and credit union's subsidiary organizations (CUSOs). In addition, this position supports the purchase to pay processes as a back-up to the Accounting Specialist.
GFA Pay Ranges: Commensurate with experience - $55,000 to $75,000 annualized salary.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
General Accounting
- Maintain general ledger accounts, post journal entries, and ensure accurate and timely month-end closing tasks.
- Assist with loan accounting, including interest accruals, charge-offs, recoveries, and write-offs in accordance with credit union policies.
- Prepare and reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts, including account reconciliations and account analysis on a periodic basis (i.e., daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, annually).
- Research and resolve department requests effectively and efficiently.
- Assist with special projects, process improvements, and financial analysis as assigned.
- Support department management in assisting internal auditors, external auditors, and regulators as requested.
- Collaborate with department management to drive workflow improvements and improved data integrity.
- Maintain and ensure compliance with internal controls over financial reporting.
- Back-up to the Accounting Specialist role specifically for purchase to pay processes.
Financial and Regulatory Reporting
- Assist with the preparation of management reporting and internal and external financial statements including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
- Support the Controller with the preparation of regulatory reporting requirements (i.e., Call Report, FR2900, MA DOR, etc.).
- Participate in the preparation of the annual operating budget.
- Assist with financial statement and budget analysis as requested.
Knowledge and Skills:
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting
- Financial Institution experience (Credit Union or Banking)
- Two to four years of accounting experience
- Strong understanding of USGAAP
- Familiarity with NCUA regulations and Call Report requirements
- Proficiency with accounting software (i.e., general ledger package, financial reporting SAAS)
- Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookups, advanced formulas)
- Experience with credit union core systems and loan accounting software is a plus
- Working knowledge of data security, privacy, and financial controls
- Analytical thinking with attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Problem-solving mindset with initiative and ability to work independently and in a team
Desired
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), CPA eligible or CPA candidate preferred
- Other relevant certification a plus
GFA offers competitive wages and an excellent benefits package which includes: medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, Life, 401K with match and more. For more information visit our careers page.
GFA is an equal opportunity employer. Federal Law prohibits discrimination against employees or applicants with respect to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, genetic information or disability.
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