Senior Accounting Representative

April 1, 2013

IBEW & United Workers Federal Credit Union in Portland OR has the following position open: Senior Accounting Representative.

Basic Responsibilities

Coordinate work activities in department, planning, scheduling, conducts training for co-workers, participates in employee evaluation/review, suggests procedure development and modifications. Performs various accounting functions including payroll processing, share draft and ATM/VISA processing, ACH, accounting reconciliation, daily general ledger balancing and other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Under the general supervision of Credit Union management, performs a wide variety of complex duties related to the over-seeing of all accounting operation activities.
• Responsible for coordinating staff training within the Accounting Department to ensure adequate understanding of
• Credit Union policies and procedures. Conducts staff meetings to disseminate pertinent information and discuss procedural issues.
• Assists the President/CEO with financial and month-end posting.
• Takes part in the development and realization of organizational goals and objectives in accordance with established deadlines.
• Performs all duties and responsibilities of an accounting representative.
• Recognize organizational and department needs and requirements.
• Ability to effectively defuse member complaints and offer resolutions consistent with Credit Union philosophy.

Specific Requirements:

• Exceptional flexibility, the ability to change direction or tasks at a moment’s notice.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.
• Must have proven leadership skills
• Ability to set work priorities and make effective decisions.
• Ability to effectively delegate and communicate a project’s impact on Credit Union goals and objectives.
• Must possess a thorough understanding of GAAP and NCUA accounting requirements.
• Possess a general knowledge of general laws and regulations that apply to all pertinent functions.

Education:

At minimum an Associate Degree in Accounting or Finance, Bachelor Degree preferred.

Experience:

• At least 5 years of progressively increasing experience in the accounting service area of a financial institution, preferably a Credit Union.
• Chosen individual will receive an excellent salary and benefits package.

To Apply:

Please send resume to: jeaninel@ibewuwfcu.com

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