Financial Accounting Representative

About the role

This position supports the credit union's financial accounting function by preparing accurate financial statements and performing reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate financial statements
• Perform reconciliations to ensure proper reporting and compliance
• Provide exceptional service to team members by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and connecting them with the right resources

Requirements

• One to three years of similar or related experience
• A high school education or GED
• Working knowledge of bank technology platforms
• Advanced knowledge of Spectrum, BranchSuite, Prism and Prologue
• Advanced skillset in Excel, Word, and the use of web and web-based applications
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of governmental regulations for financial institutions
• Very strong knowledge of products offered by Alabama Credit Union

Interpersonal Skills

• Work involves much personal contact for the purpose 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

Technical Skills

• Working knowledge of bank technology platforms
• Advanced knowledge of Spectrum, BranchSuite, Prism and Prologue
• Advanced skillset in Excel, Word, and the use of web and web-based applications

Industry Knowledge

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of governmental regulations for financial institutions
• Very strong knowledge of products offered by Alabama Credit Union

Other Skills

• Ability to write effectively in English using correct spelling and grammar
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to change
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Results and goal driven
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Strong problem-solving and problem resolution expertise
• Professional personal presentation and the ability to maintain calm demeanor under potentially stressful circumstances while managing multiple (sometimes conflicting) priorities
• Strong listening skills and the ability to comprehend member, co-worker, and senior leadership team needs

Physical Requirements

• During the course of a normal workday, incumbents will sit, stand, walk, see, hear, reach, use gross and fine motor coordination for activities such as using standard office machines, using paper (to include counting cash, sorting and filling paper items, etc.), and occasionally lift and carry incidental items such as supplies.