Financial Accountant – GAAP & Month-End Close

Metro Credit Union; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

401(k) with Employer Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

Metro Credit Union is seeking an experienced Accountant to support daily to monthly accounting tasks. You will verify invoices, process accounts payable, and prepare journal entries while ensuring GAAP compliance and accuracy.

The role involves assisting with financial statements, month-end close, and regulatory reports, collaborating across levels to maintain organized, reliable records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• 3–5 years accounting experience preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of GAAP.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and detail oriented.
• Experience with invoicing, accounts payable, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly accounting tasks.
• Verify invoices and process accounts payable accurately and on time.
• Prepare monthly journal entries and assist with month-end close.
• Reconcile accounts and research variances with minimal supervision.
• Assist with financial statements, reports, and governmental filings.
• Ensure transactions follow GAAP and Credit Union policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

General ledger software

Automated data processing systems

Job description

Metro Credit Union is seeking an experienced Accountant to support daily to monthly accounting tasks. You will verify invoices, process accounts payable, and prepare journal entries while ensuring GAAP compliance and accuracy.

The role involves assisting with financial statements, month-end close, and regulatory reports, collaborating across levels to maintain organized, reliable records.