Accountant II

Socket.dev; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AUX, a subsidiary of The League of Credit Unions & Affiliates, is seeking an Accountant II to support client credit unions and AUX’s accounting functions. The role involves maintaining accounting records, reconciling accounts, and assisting with the month‑end close while ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.

You will work with internal teams, clients, vendors, and industry partners to maintain high‑quality accounting support; deadlines and documentation standards are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in accounting or related emphasis or equivalent training.
• 1–3 years accounting experience preferred, financial institution experience helpful.
• Ability to operate 10-key, PC, and accounting software.
• Understanding of general ledger and double-sided accounting.

Responsibilities

• Perform essential accounting functions for credit union clients in a timely, accurate manner.
• Process daily ACH and Share Draft files; handle adjustments and maintenance.
• Balance general ledger accounts and post journal entries; document procedures.
• Assist with month-end close and prepare reconciliations and schedules.
• Maintain client records and documentation; ensure deadlines are met.
• Collaborate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent mathematical skills

Professional communication

Sound judgment

Client interaction

Education

Four-year degree in accounting

Accounting-related coursework or apprenticeship

Tools

MS Office

Accounting software

10-key input

Job description

AUX, is seeking an Accountant II to support its financial management and day-to-day operations. If you are a detail-oriented accounting professional with excellent mathematical skills and a strong commitment to accuracy, this could be a great opportunity for you. We are looking for someone who can communicate professionally with internal and client staff, provide courteous and knowledgeable service, follow detailed written and verbal instructions, and use sound judgment and common sense to navigate both routine and non-routine situations. If you enjoy working with others, solving problems, and providing high-quality support to clients, we encourage you to apply and join the AUX team!

AUX provides products and services that help credit unions meet their operational and business needs. In this role, you will play an important part in maintaining accounting reports, performing reconciliations, and supporting other accounting functions for AUX, as well as providing accounting support to our client credit unions and other CUSOs.

As an Accountant II you will also provide accounting support to our client credit unions and other CUSOs, offering the opportunity to work directly with internal teams, clients, vendors, and other industry partners.

You Will Take Ownership Of:

1. Performing all essential accounting functions for credit union clients in a timely and accurate manner. These functions include, but are not limited to:

• Uploading data files into clients' accounting systems for daily use (if required).
• Performing daily processing of ACH and Share Draft files for clients.
• Processing stop payments, adjustments, and origination maintenance may be included
• Performing daily processing and settlement balancing of various processes as required contractually.
• Balancing and verifying general ledger accounts daily and preparing and posting journal entries as needed.
• Documenting procedures for assigned tasks and updating the procedure library as needed.
• Assisting with the month-end close process by preparing and posting month-end journal entries, simple reconciliations and other tasks as needed.
• Maintaining client records in a timely and orderly manner in accordance with prescribed standards.
• Maintaining proper documentation as appropriate to the nature of the transaction processed.
• Ensuring all deadlines are met for client deliverables.
• Take ownership of client issues, work with clients and vendors to resolve issues, including holding regular client meetings as needed.
• Working with internal quality control to ensure high-quality work output.
• Resolving issues with vendors and clients independently and only escalating when needed.
• Cross-training team members on job functions to ensure client tasks are completed in a consistent fashion during time away.

1. Performing intermediate level accounting functions for credit union clients in a timely and accurate manner. These functions include, but are not limited to:

• • Completing complex daily, weekly and/or monthly reconciliations; performing research and follow up on outstanding items.
  • Assisting with the implementation of new clients using established on-boarding tools and procedures. Communicating progress and issues in a timely manner.
  • Preparing supporting schedules for financial and regulatory reports.
  • Preparing routine accruals and month-end worksheets.
  • Assisting with monthly client status update preparation.
  • Assisting with 5300 Call Report schedule completion.
  • Assisting with audit/examination support.
  • Assisting with Accountant I training.
  • Consistently using the Monday.com portal for client work tracking.
  • Consistently look for process improvement opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A four-year degree with an accounting or related emphasis; or completion of a specialized course of study at a business or trade school; or job-specific skills acquired through on-the-job training or an apprenticeship program.
2. One to three years of accounting experience desired; financial institution experience preferred (bank, credit union, savings and loan, etc.).
3. Ability to operate a 10-key, PC, and applicable software, including MS Office, various data processing systems, internet-based programs, and accounting systems.
4. Understanding of a general ledger, including double-sided accounting.

Work Schedule:

Work schedule will vary based on business needs and may include standard business hours across multiple time zones. From time to time, working on-site at client locations may be required.

AUX is a subsidiary of The League of Credit Unions & Affiliates (The League), a trade association serving nearly 400 credit unions across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Virginia, representing more than 33 million members and over $467 billion in assets. AUX provides business services and solutions that support credit unions and other credit union organizations with their operational and financial needs.

The League's HR team is supporting AUX with the recruitment and hiring process for this position. The selected candidate will be employed by AUX and will participate in the compensation and benefits programs offered by AUX.

The League and AUX is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a collaborative, professional, and team member-focused work environment.