Accounting Specialist I

Educational Federal Credit Union; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Educational Federal Credit Union in Miami, FL seeks an Accounting Specialist I to maintain accurate accounting records, process wire transfers, and support monthly General Ledger reconciliations. The role provides frontline research support to other departments and handles routine administrative duties.

The ideal candidate has an Associates in Accounting with 1-2 years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and a keen eye for detail to ensure precise financial data and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting or related field required or equivalent.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and reconciliations.
• Strong data analysis, attention to detail and accuracy in work.

Responsibilities

• Process wire transfers (domestic and international, incoming and outgoing).
• Prepare monthly General Ledger reconciliations and verify GL entries.
• Support departments through research, problem resolution and data analysis.
• Handle deposits, checks, ACH files, and daily administrative duties.

Skills

Accounting principles

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Research skills

Education

Associate’s degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

Accounting Specialist I is responsible for maintaining accurate and detail accounting records. This position processes domestic and international outgoing and incoming wires. The Accounting Specialist I is responsible to prepare monthly General Ledger reconciliations. In addition, this position provides support to other Credit Union departments through assistance in problem resolution and research.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Process wire transfers daily
  • Domestic and international
  • Incoming and outgoing
• General Ledger reconciliations
  • Reconcile branch and teller work daily
  • Verify manual department General Ledger entries daily
  • Reconcile General Ledger Accounts
• Perform department processes, conduct research and problem resolution
  • Process deposited returned checks daily, review and process stop payments.
  • Process foreign checks.
  • Verify electronic payment file and return file (ACH).
  • Collaborate with team members to provide front line and member support by performing research and analysis.
  • File, store and destroy documents daily, weekly, monthly and annually.
  • Perform various administrative duties as directed by Management.

Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• Associate’s degree in Accounting

Work Experience:

• Experience:1 -2 years
• Experience Details:Understand accounting principles.
• Ability to accurately and efficiently analyze data.

Skills:

• Knowledge in Accounting principles required
• Proficiency in Excel skills
• Excellent time management ability
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy entering data
• Strong math and research skills.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Associates or better in Accounting.

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Accounting or related field.

High School or better.

Experience

Required

1-2 years:

Accounting related experience

1-2 years:

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