Accounting Manager

About the role

The Position Description is responsible for supervising and leading the WFCU accounting team in the execution of the credit union’s accounting and payment processes in accordance with regulatory and industry standards. These processes include internal and external financial reporting, general ledger reconciliations, fund management, budgeting and related monitoring, and ACH and share draft processing.

Responsibilities

• Assists the VP Accounting and Controller to lead the WFCU Accounting team, including recruiting, coaching, and direction of highly skilled employees while creating a positive work environment within the areas supervised, and working collaboratively with other departments.
• Ensure all areas within the department are operating efficiently and reliably; are in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and rules; have appropriate operating controls to mitigate risk; and are performing at a high level.
• Assists the VP Accounting and Controller to supervise the development, implementation, and monitoring of sound accounting practices, policies, and internal controls to ensure accurate financial reporting across WFCU in accordance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the development and revision of accounting practices and procedures as required. Provide advice and direction to other Department Managers on accounting and internal control matters as necessary.
• Understands and performs the VP Accounting & Controller duties in their absence.
• Aids in the implementation of new accounting standards.
• Aids in the preparation of the CECL calculation.

Requirements

No material accounting-related findings, documents of resolution, or management letter comments are issued based on external audits and regulatory examinations.

A system of appropriate internal controls is in place and followed for the users to rely on financial information.

GL reconciliations must be completed per policy without un-reconciled items to ensure the protection of member assets.

Losses, errors, and risks are controlled and mitigated by adhering to all applicable policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and/or Finance
• At least 3 years of work experience in public accounting, controlling, financial analytics, and/or corporate finance within a fast-paced and dynamic business environment.
• Extensive experience in project management and leadership/managerial roles.
• Certified Public Accountant designation.
• Proven ability to develop sound policies, procedures, and practices for improved operating controls, productivity, and/or efficiency.
• Demonstrated experience in staff growth and development.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including skills in a collaborative capacity which will influence the effectiveness in which tasks are executed.
• Excellent computer skills, including Excel, and experience working with accounting software programs.
• Ability to use analytical and independent judgment for process improvements and problem resolution.

Skills

• Understanding of GAAP, general accounting procedures, and regulations that govern accounting for Credit Unions or similar financial institutions.
• Experience in project management and leadership/managerial roles.
• Ability to develop sound policies, procedures, and practices for improved operating controls, productivity, and/or efficiency.
• Proven ability to develop sound policies, procedures, and practices for improved operating controls, productivity, and/or efficiency.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including skills in a collaborative capacity which will influence the effectiveness in which tasks are executed.
• Excellent computer skills, including Excel, and experience working with accounting software programs.
• Ability to use analytical and independent judgment for process improvements and problem resolution.

Benefits

No benefits information provided.

Pay

No pay information provided.

Schedule

No schedule information provided.

Behavioral Competencies

• Member Focus (internal and external)
• Dependability
• Integrity/Ethics
• Productivity
• Quality
• Interpersonal Skills
• Physical Demands
• Work Environment

Job Knowledge

• Understands duties and responsibilities
• Has necessary job knowledge
• Has necessary technical skills
• Understands the credit union’s mission/values
• Keeps job knowledge current
• Is in command of critical issues

Core Competencies

• Member Focus (internal and external)
• Dependability
• Integrity/Ethics
• Productivity
• Quality
• Interpersonal Skills
• Physical Demands
• Work Environment