Accounting Assistant

Community CU is hiring a Accounting Assistant at its Lewiston location and is also eligible for periodic work-from-home privileges.

As a member of the Financial Operations Team, the Financial Specialist assists with and completes financial and accounting records while supporting a variety of accounting functions and reporting.

• Reconcile, post to and balance general ledger accounts. Verify accuracy, completeness and consistency of accounting information received.
• Prepare and balance related reports and accounts including, but not limited to, Accounts Payable, IRAs, Abandoned Property, credit and debit card reports. Process adjustments as needed.
• Process ACH and draft exceptions; maintain efficiency and accuracy with postings and review of reports.
• Oversee vendor management including updating contact information, monitoring contract renewals and working with Department Heads to complete risk assessments and gather due diligence as required.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
• Monitor credit union inventory and perform audits as deemed appropriate. This may include cash vaults, teller drawers, debit cards, gift cards and more.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Performance Measurements:

• Prepare reports related to IRAs, Abandoned Property, credit and debit cards.
• Process Accounts Payable on a weekly basis, ensuring accurate and timeliness payment of bills.
• Keep all assigned general ledger accounts current and in balance daily.
• Troubleshoot and resolve member and internal inquiries in a timely, friendly and accurate manner.
• Assist with the preparation of financial reports as assigned on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
• Process chargebacks as directed for debit and credit cards; ensure compliance with all associated regulations .
• Enter, approve, receive, and post wires to member accounts.
• Monitor inventory for several credit union processes including cash vaults, teller drawers, debit cards and gift cards. Organize and facilitate regular audits of these processes.
• Complete file maintenance and monitor for proper processing of member account transactions.
• Process ACH daily, honoring or returning items as needed and troubleshooting issues.
• Review daily work of Member Representatives; ensure accuracy and completeness of posting and GL’s, troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Perform vendor management duties as assigned; update contact information and upload due diligence and contracts as instructed.
• Support and demonstrate commitment to the Credit Union’s mission, vision and value statements; cultural charter and member experience expectations.

Requirements

• One year to three years of similar or related experience.
• Education: High School or GED.
• Work involves much personal contact with others outside and/or inside the organization for the purpose of of first level conflict resolution, building relationships, and soliciting cooperation. Discussions involve a higher degree of confidentiality and discretion, requiring diplomacy and tact in communication.

Benefits

Community CU offers competitive compensation and a benefit package including:

• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Vacation and sick time.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Tuition assistance.

Apply

Applicants can apply at hr@communitycreditunion.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Eligible for periodic work-from-home privileges.