Accountant 2

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform high level accounting functions on a daily, monthly, quarterly and annual basis relating to a wide array of areas including but not limited to various types of internally originated loans, purchased and sold loan pools, allowance for credit losses, other real estate owned, origination accounting, fixed assets, accounts payable, cash accounts and employee benefits.
• Ensure the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements to report financial performance to senior management, the Board of Directors and the Supervisory Committee.
• Aid in the preparation of accurate and timely regulatory reporting including but not limited to the quarterly NCUA Call Report and various annual IRS forms.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and yearly reconciliations of various general ledger accounts.
• Participate in the month-end closing process to ensure accounts are in balance and all appropriate entries are recorded timely.
• Aid and support other Blaze employees in researching and resolving issues related to financial data, accounting records, or other issues.
• Conduct research and work on projects related to the advancement of Blaze’s goals and objectives specifically within the accounting function.
• Evaluate reports and functions and recommend new approaches and procedures to affect continual improvements in efficiency.
• Streamline accounting processes to maximize efficiency and effectiveness within the department.
• Manage the flow and function of projects selected for implementation ensuring timely and successful implementation.
• Serve as the accounting department liaison when required for projects involving other departments or functional areas.
• Assist in the execution of the budget project plan as necessary to ensure information flow with department managers.
• Prepare information in conjunction with internal and external audits and regulatory examinations.
• Aid in the merger project plan tasks as necessary to ensure the adherence to GAAP purchase accounting.

Other Duties

• Comply with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control.
• Exhibit Blaze’s Core Values: Better Lives, Thoughtfully Compassionate, Minnesota’s Best, and Give Back.

Requirements

• Experience/Education/Certifications/Licenses:
  • Minimum Associates degree in accounting; minimum High School degree or equivalent experience.
  • 2 to 4 years experience as an accountant.
  • Demonstrated Knowledge Microsoft Excel and Word.
  • Ability to: Develop finance related calculations to incorporate into spreadsheets, Problem solve, make sound decisions and exercise good judgment, Organize multiple tasks in a fast paced environment, Willingness to learn company and industry specific processes, procedures, and principles, Communication Skills Ability to proactively respond to members/staff politely and timely.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to sit and stand; answer calls; operate a computer; interact with internal staff and public on the phone; travel to designated offices; lift up to 20 lbs.

Benefits

• Low-cost medical (as low as $20 a paycheck)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Quarterly bonuses
• Moderate vacation and sick time hours
• Paid leave options
• Up to 6% 401k contribution
• Tuition reimbursement

Pay

The starting salary range for this position is: $59,220.67 - $74,025.84.

Schedule

Full-time