Junior Accountant – GAAP, Close & Growth Path

Teachers Federal Credit Union; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

Quarterly performance incentives

Paid time off

401(k) company contribution

Dental & Vision premium paid by Teac­h

Tuition reimbursement for full-time

Exclusive loan discounts

Job summary

Teachers Federal Credit Union is seeking an accounting professional to perform a variety of duties in accordance with GAAP and internal policies. The role involves reconciling general ledger accounts, preparing financial data, and supporting monthly close processes.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance and has at least one year of accounting experience. This on-site position offers competitive pay and benefits as part of a growing national credit union.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum one year of accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyses, reconciles, balances, and maintains accounting records in accordance with GAAP and other applicable laws and regulations
• Ensures the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger
• Resolves general ledger/operational issues with other departments as necessary
• Compiles financial data to assist more senior accountants in ensuring a timely and accurate monthly close of the general ledger
• Reconciles member financial activity systems to the general ledger
• Handles operational aspects of certain member financial transaction types
• Prepares ATM and ITM operational reconciliations on a daily and monthly cadence and provides manager with additional feedback as needed.
• Accurately and timely process return items and any other applicable transactions
• Assist in preparing various financial reports for management
• Utilize accounting system for reconciliations, document retention, and reporting
• Perform other duties as needed upon request by immediate supervisor

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Minimum one year of accounting experience

Job description

Teachers Federal Credit Union is seeking an accounting professional to perform a variety of duties in accordance with GAAP and internal policies. The role involves reconciling general ledger accounts, preparing financial data, and supporting monthly close processes.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance and has at least one year of accounting experience. This on-site position offers competitive pay and benefits as part of a growing national credit union.