Accounting Manager

WEOKIE Federal Credit Union; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WEOKIE Federal Credit Union in Oklahoma City is seeking an Accounting Manager to supervise the accounting team and oversee budgeting, general ledger reconciliations, reporting, and payment processing in line with GAAP and regulatory standards.

You'll collaborate with the VP Accounting & Controller, recruit and coach staff, implement new accounting standards, and ensure accurate financial information for the Board and regulators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA designation or active CPA preferred.
• 3+ years of public accounting, controlling, financial analytics, or corporate finance in a fast-paced environment.
• GAAP and regulatory requirements for credit unions or similar financial institutions.
• Policy development and internal control experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise accounting team in GAAP financial reporting and internal controls.
• Assist VP Accounting and Controller with staffing, coaching, and cross-department collaboration.
• Oversee CECL preparation and general ledger reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations and maintain risk controls.
• Prepare monthly and other financial reports and manage document retention.
• Train department personnel and support policy/procedure development.
• Maintain high-quality service to members and internal stakeholders.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Leadership/management

GAAP knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

POSITIONDESCRIPTION

is responsible for supervising and leading the WFCU accounting team in the execution of the credit union’s accounting and payment processes in accordance with regulatory and industry standards. These processes include internal and external financial reporting, general ledger reconciliations, fund management, budgeting and related monitoring, and ACH and share draft processing.

1. Assists the VP Accounting and Controller to lead the WFCU Accounting team, including recruiting, coaching, and direction of highly skilled employees while creating a positive work environment within the areas supervised, and working collaboratively with other departments. Ensure all areas within the department are operating efficiently and reliably; are in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and rules; have appropriate operating controls to mitigate risk; and are performing at a high level.
2. Assists the VP Accounting and Controller to supervise the development, implementation, and monitoring of sound accounting practices, policies, and internal controls to ensure accurate financial reporting across WFCU in accordance with GAAP and regulatory requirements. Lead the development and revision of accounting practices and procedures as required. Provide advice and direction to other Department Managers on accounting and internal control matters as necessary.

1. Understands and performs the VP Accounting & Controller duties in their absence.

1. Assists the VP Accounting & Controller in implementing new accounting standards.

1. Assists in the preparation of the CECL calculation.
2. Regularattendanceattheworksite.
3. Prepareotherfinancialreportsasdirected.
4. Monitorsdocumentretentionanddisposesofdocumentsasnecessary.
5. Understandsallaspectsoftheaccountingdepartmentfunctionsandsystems.
6. Assistsinthetrainingofdepartmentpersonnel.
7. Maintainsahigh-qualitymemberanddepartmentalserviceattitude.
8. Assistindevelopingpoliciesandprocedures.
9. Maintainsandreconcilesgeneralledgeraccounts.
10. Otherduties/specialprojectsasassigned

1. Accountingdepartmentemployeesareprovidedwithapositiveworkingenvironment that encourages individual growth and success.
2. Appropriateandaccuratefinancialinformationmustbeavailableinaconsistentand timelymannerfollowingendofmonthtobeusedbytheBoardandmanagement for financial decisions and by the regulators to oversee the Credit Union.
3. ProceduresfortheAccountingdepartmentdutiesaremaintained,andothermembersofthe accounting department are cross trained.
4. Nomaterialaccounting-relatedfindings,documentsofresolution,ormanagementletter comments are issued based on external audits and regulatory examinations.
5. Asystemofappropriateinternalcontrolsisinplace andfollowedfortheuserstorely on financial information.
6. GLreconciliationsmustbecompletedperpolicywithoutun-reconcileditemstoensurethe protection of member assets.
7. Losses,errors,andrisksarecontrolledandmitigatedbyadheringtoallapplicablepolicies and procedures.

1. Specialized or Technical Knowledge and Skills:The Accounting Manager must be experienced in GAAP,generalaccountingprocedures,andregulationsthatgovernaccountingforCreditUnionsor similar financial institutions and must also possess the following:
1. ABachelor’sDegreeinAccountingand/orFinance
2. At least3yearsof workexperience inpublic accounting, controlling, financialanalytics,and/or corporatefinancewithinafastpacedanddynamicbusinessenvironment.Musthaveextensive experience in project management and leadership/managerial roles.
3. CertifiedPublicAccountantdesignation
4. Provenabilitytodevelopsoundpolicies,procedures,andpracticesforimprovedoperating controls, productivity, and/or efficiency.
5. Demonstratedexperienceinstaffgrowthanddevelopment.
6. Exceptionalverbalandwrittencommunicationskills,includingskillsinacollaborativecapacity which will influence the effectiveness in which task are executed.
7. ExceptionalskillsincreatingreportsandrecommendationsfortheBoardofDirectors,the Executive Leadership Team, and the Management Team as required.
8. Demonstratedabilitytoworkwithdetailwhilemeetingdaily,weeklyandmonthlydeadlines.
9. Excellentcomputerskills,includingExcel,andexperienceworkingwithaccountingsoftware programs.
10. Abilitytouseanalyticalandindependentjudgmentforprocessimprovementsandproblem resolution.

1. BehavioralCompetencies:Behavioralcompetenciesaretheskillsandpersonalcharacteristicsthatan individual should possess to be successful in this position.

1. CoreCompetencies:Corecompetenciesareconsistentforallpositionsacrosstheorganization and are aligned with WFCU’s core values.
   1. MemberFocus(internalandexternal):Buildsmemberconfidence,iscommittedtoincreasing membersatisfaction,sets achievablemember expectations, assumes responsibility forsolving member problems, ensures commitments to members are met and responds to internal members.

1. Dependability:Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, handles change,setspersonalstandards,staysfocusedunderpressure,meetsattendance/punctuality requirements.
2. Integrity/Ethics:Dealswithothersinastraightforwardandhonestmanner,isaccountablefor actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values, conveys good news and bad.

1. JobSpecificCompetencies:Thepositionrequiresawell-roundedandlevel-headedindividual whocanmaintaincomposureinavarietyofsituations.Thefollowingstandoutamonga long list of behavioral competencies for this position:
   1. Servant Leadership: Leads through change and adversity, makes the tough call when needed,buildsconsensuswhenappropriate,motivatesandencouragesothersbysetting the example. When necessary, expresses unpopular opinions and encourages direct and tough debate, and knows when to end a debate and move on.Acknowledges that effective leadership demonstrates characteristics such as empathy, stewardship, and commitment to the personal growth of others.
   2. Job Knowledge:Understands duties and responsibilities, has necessary job knowledge, has necessarytechnicalskills,understandsthecreditunion’smission/values,keepsjobknowledge current, is in command of critical issues.
   3. Productivity:Managesafairworkload,volunteersforadditionalwork,prioritizestasks, develops good work procedures, manages time well, handles information flow.
   4. Quality:Is attentive to detail and accuracy, is committed to excellence, looks for improvementscontinuously,monitorsqualitylevels,findsrootcauseofqualityproblems, owns/acts on quality problems.
   5. InterpersonalSkills:Hasgoodlisteningskills,buildsstrongrelationships,isflexible/open- minded, negotiates effectively, solicits performance feedback and handles constructive criticism.

1. Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Whileperformingthe dutiesofthisjob,theemployeeisfrequentlyrequiredtostand;walk; sit and talk or hear.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

1. Work Environment:Theworkenvironmentcharacteristicsdescribedherearerepresentativeofthose an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

EQUALEMPLOYMENTOPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVEACTIONEMPLOYER

WEOKIE does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of Protected Status, marital status, and political belief or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal and/or state law. Bona fide occupational qualifications will be applied impartially. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all our members, our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/protected veterans

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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