Accountant I

EVERWISE CREDIT UNION; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Everwise Credit Union is seeking an Accountant to prepare and review journal entries and financial statements with moderate complexity. You will use computer systems to develop applications and complete work under limited supervision and within time constraints.

Qualified candidates have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or business, 1-3 years of accounting experience, and strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or equivalent practical work experience in the accounting field.
• Knowledge of financial services, electronic accounting systems and 1-3 years accounting experience.
• Understanding interdepartmental relationships and the service expectations of Everwise Credit Union.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile and review general ledger accounts for accuracy.
• Prepare and review journal entries and financial statements.
• Assist internal/external customers on accounting issues and balance transactions.
• Research procedures and respond to audits and examiners.
• Improve accounting processes and efficiencies.
• Support Accounting Supervisor with projects.

Skills

Clear communication

Decision-making

Data entry

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Prepares and reviews journal entries, internal and external accounting financial statements, schedules and reports of moderate complexity in one or more specialized areas. Uses computer systems to develop applications and complete work. Works with limited supervision to complete tasks within time constraints. Prepares reconciliation and verifies statistical and other accounting reports prepared by other departments.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for reconciling and reviewing general ledger accounts with the ability to verify their accuracy.
• Assists internal and external customers with issues as they relate to the accounting function and balancing transactions.
• Responsible for assisting the Accounting Support Staff with transactions and accounts that require more in-depth analysis.
• Evaluates procedures and creates more effective methods within the Accounting Department or other interrelated departments.
• Researches and responds to inquiries of Federal and State examiners, as well as internal and external auditors.
• Assumes additional responsibilities and projects as delegated by the Accounting Supervisor.

Knowledge/Skills

• Clear communication and human relation skills.
• Decision-making and problem-solving ability.
• Computer literacy (Windows environment) and data entry skills are vital in this position.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business or equivalent practical work experience in the accounting field.
• Knowledge of financial services, electronic accounting systems and practical accounting knowledge generally acquired by 1-3 years of accounting experience.
• A basic knowledge of the interrelationship of Credit Union departments, and an understanding of the service expectations of Everwise Credit Union.

Everwise is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Welcome to Everwise Credit Union Careers! Everwise Credit Union puts people's needs first, so no matter your story or your money savvy, we meet you where you are and equip you with the confidence and tools you need to get ahead - wherever you're going.

Originally founded as Teachers Credit Union, helping people understand and manage their financial future has always been central to what we do, even as we've expanded our community beyond teachers. Today, we serve more than 300,000 members across nearly 60 locations in the heart of the Midwest. Through personalized resources, services, tools and unparalleled access to innovative technology, we help everyone-teenagers to retirees, business leaders to the under-served - feel more in control of their money and their future. With every interaction, we seek to fulfill our purpose of helping people grow into their dreams.

Everwise is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.