Accounting Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead daily accounting and finance activities, ensuring accurate execution of core processes and alignment with applicable federal and state requirements.
• Supervise the Accounting Department by setting priorities, assigning work, coaching team members, evaluating performance, and supporting employee development.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls, recordkeeping practices, and departmental procedures that protect assets and support dependable financial information.
• Review general ledger activity and related financial records to confirm completeness, accuracy, and proper accounting treatment.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports that clearly communicate the organization’s financial position and operating results.
• Support the Chief Financial Officer with annual budgeting, ongoing budget monitoring, projections, and financial analysis.
• Direct cost accounting activities and develop statistical and operational reporting that supports informed business decisions.
• Cook up with external auditors and regulatory examiners to facilitate reviews and demonstrate compliance with GAAP and credit union regulations.
• Aid with oversight of the investment portfolio and contribute to asset liability management and related financial reporting.
• Maintain working knowledge of the credit union’s data processing environment, including operational capabilities, maintenance needs, upgrades, and reporting outputs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including leadership responsibility within an accounting function.
• Strong background in full-cycle accounting, accounting management, and financial reporting within a regulated financial services environment.
• Knowledge of federal credit union regulations, GAAP, and accounting standards relevant to credit union operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to work effectively with accounting and financial systems, including software implementation activities.
• Ability to interpret financial statements, regulatory guidance, and legal or compliance-related documents with a high degree of accuracy.
• Demonstrated leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a detailed, deadline-driven setting.
• Eloquent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to executives, auditors, regulators, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, organizational, mathematical, and problem-solving skills, along with a detail-focused and collaborative approach.