Assistant Accounting Manager/Team Leader

About

Gesa Credit Union is dedicated to empowering its communities through its team of passionate professionals. The Assistant Accounting Manager/Team Leader plays a crucial role in ensuring the financial health and smooth operations of the credit union.

Role Summary

The Assistant Accounting Manager/Team Leader is responsible for leading the preparation of financial reports, managing accounting records, overseeing payroll, and assisting in the development of financial policies and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operations of the Accounting Department including accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgets, cash flow, cost management, credit and collections, financial analysis, financial reporting, and recordkeeping.
• Oversee the daily operations of the credit union’s payroll function.
• Maintain confidential information related to payroll.
• Prepare and manage all financial, statistical, and accounting records.
• Ensure timely payment of all liabilities of the credit union.
• Recommend benchmarks for measuring financial and operational performance of divisions and departments.
• Aid in the formulation and execution of credit union policies, objectives, and programs.
• Lead the annual budget process and forecast as it relates to the Accounting Department.
• Monitor and analyze monthly operating results against budget.
• Coordinate the development and maintenance of written Accounting Department procedures.
• Collaborate with and assist personnel in other departments to prepare for significant business opportunities.
• Work with auditors and examiners on annual audits and regulatory examinations as requested.
• Recruit and interview applicants and make recommendations for hiring.
• Assist in training new employees.
• Serve on Credit Union committees as assigned.
• Perform financial analysis and data analytics, where applicable.
• Direct accumulation accounting and finance information for financial audits and provide recommendations for procedural improvements.
• Maintain and protect all sensitive data utilizing the highest standard of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Consistently display respect for all areas of diversity and levels of knowledge.
• Evaluate, design, and implement operationally effective accounting processes, as warranted.
• Control risk and manage operations in a safe and sound manner.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Accounting, Finance, or Business with an emphasis in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.
• Eight (8) to ten years of similar or related experience.
• Five (5) years of credit union or financial institution environment experience.
• Proficient with standard office equipment, word processing, and reporting software.
• Advanced understanding of accounting procedures required.
• Prior experience performing financial analysis or financial services in a credit union or similar sector desired.
• The ability to work independently and set priorities with limited management oversight.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Some travel is required to fulfill duties, or complete training and responsibilities.

What You Will Need

• Ability to multi-task on numerous projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to consistently produce accurate work.
• Ability to make quality decisions in a timely manner with extreme attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time, accomplish daily and bi-weekly goals, report to management on results regularly, and prioritize work to meet deadlines in a high-paced environment.
• Outstanding interpersonal and problem-solving skills and possess the ability to work in both a team environment.
• Knowledge of MS Office at an intermediate to advanced level.
• Leadership Core Competencies: Developing Others, Emotional Intelligence, Social Responsibility, Performance & Results Orientation.