Accountant

Commonwealth Credit Union; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Credit Union is seeking an Accountant I to independently manage and reconcile general ledger accounts with accuracy and documentation. The role emphasizes adherence to deadlines, error reduction, and collaboration on audits, projects, and process documentation.

The ideal candidate has at least a high school diploma or GED and up to one year of corporate accounting experience in a financial institution.

Qualifications

• High School or GED is required.
• 1 year of experience in corporate accounting within a financial institution is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Balance and prepare general ledger accounts with a high degree of precision.
• Record entries to the general ledger with proper documentation.
• Meet accounting deadlines and support audits, project implementations, and procedure documentation.
• Assist in gathering documentation for internal and external audits.
• Contribute to continuous process improvement within the department.

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Our goal is to be an Employer of Choice, and it takes all of us to achieve this. That’s why all Commonwealth Credit Union Team Members are expected to live our Team 1 culture in all facets of their position. Our team is committed to ‘bettering lives through our passion to serve’ and this includes everyone - from our team members to the people in the communities we serve. We do this best when we appreciate each other for our differences, foster connections, and ensure an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and be successful.

The Accountant I role involves independently managing and reconciling general ledger accounts with accuracy, ensuring all entries are well-documented and supported.

The position requires intermediate accounting knowledge to resolve complex discrepancies and support teammates in outage resolution. Responsibilities include meeting strict accounting deadlines, maintaining low error rates, and contributing to audits, project implementation, and procedure documentation.

The individual must demonstrate a strong understanding of accounting principles and systems, especially when handling complex reconcilements and new financial products. Additionally, the role emphasizes continuous process improvement and efficient use of resources across the department.

The duties and responsibilities of an Accountant include but are not limited to:

• Independently balancing and preparing general ledger accounts with a high degree of precision.
• Recording entries to the general ledger supported by relevant information and proper documentation.
• Performing assigned duties (daily, monthly, quarterly, yearly, or as needed) with accuracy and by the designated accounting deadlines.
• Actively participating in the shared workload of the department. Providing support in project research and implementation.
• Assisting in gathering documentation for internal audits, external audits, and examinations as necessary.
• Demonstrating a thorough understanding of accounting principles, best practices, and the general ledger structure when performing duties and preparing complex reconcilements, such as mortgages, ACH clearing, fixed assets, ITMs/ATMs, leases, etc.
• Consistently seeking opportunities to enhance processes, aiming to increase efficiency within the department and across the credit union.
• Maintaining a foundational understanding of third-party systems used for analysis and reconciliation.
• Enhancing expertise by actively pursuing development opportunities, including but not limited to, attending conferences, acquiring certifications, completing learning courses internally and through other relevant platforms, or engaging in both internal and external leadership programs.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or GED

Experience

Required

Preferred

1 year of experience in corporate accounting within a financial institution preferred

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