Staff Accountant

About the role

The Staff Accountant at the IAA Credit Union performs general accounting activities, including the preparation, maintenance, and reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements in compliance with defined controls, standards, and regulations. The role also involves compiling and analyzing financial information, as well as developing and maintaining accounting methods and procedures to improve departmental operations and controls.

Responsibilities

• Prepares standard and specialized financial statements and reports in compliance with accepted accounting policies and principles.
• Reviews and approves journal entries and account reconciliations, ensuring compliance with defined controls and standards.
• Responsible for fixed assets, prepaids, and investment subledgers. Posts transactions related to corporate bank account ledgers. Assists with cash management between financial accounts.
• Assists in financial audits and other related internal reviews.
• Assists with ACH operations and regulatory compliance.
• Responsible for operational and regulatory processes and activities related to unclaimed property administration and reporting. Performs necessary tasks to recover corporate unclaimed funds, as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, or an equivalent combination of at least 2 years of related accounting experience
• Working knowledge of core accounting principles
• Interest in pursuing a CPA designation preferred
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive willingness to learn in a hands-on environment

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, or equivalent combination of at least 2 years of related accounting experience
• Experience: Working knowledge of core accounting principles
• Skills: Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, proactive learning ability

Benefits

• Base Pay Range: $51,600-$70,950
• Incentive Pay: Eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan

Pay

Base Pay Range: $51,600-$70,950

Schedule

N/A

Skills

• Accounting principles
• Financial statement preparation
• Journal entry review
• Fixed asset management
• Prepaid and investment subledger maintenance
• Cash management
• Financial audit assistance
• ACH operations
• Unclaimed property administration

Benefits

• Insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid company holidays
• Volunteer time off