Senior Accounting Specialist

One Nevada; Las Vegas, Northern (NV, KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

One Nevada Credit Union is seeking a Senior Accounting Specialist to join our Finance team in Las Vegas. You will lead month-end close activities, perform complex account reconciliations, and support regulatory reporting to ensure accurate financials and strong internal controls.

The role balances ATM settlement duties, fraud monitoring, and staff guidance, with opportunities to streamline processes through automation and improved workflows.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience with month-end close responsibilities.
• Financial institution or credit union experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and regulatory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Complete month-end close activities and assist with general ledger reconciliations and issue resolution.
• Perform accounting and reconciliations for affiliated entities and support audits and examinations.
• Manage daily ATM settlement balancing, monitor cash activity, investigate discrepancies, and identify potential fraud risks.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports including the NCUA 5300 Call Report, FR-2900, 1099 reporting, backup withholding filings, property tax reports, and escheatment reporting.
• Assist in reviewing and supporting the work of Accounting Specialists, provide training, and maintain departmental procedures.
• Develop and enhance automated reconciliations, reporting tools, and workflow efficiencies.
• Recommend process improvements to strengthen controls, accuracy, and operational effectiveness.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

General ledger

Month-end close

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Job description

One Nevada Credit Union has an excellent career opportunity for a Senior Accounting Specialist!

The Senior Accounting Specialist is a key member of the Finance team responsible for month-end close activities, ATM settlement balancing and fraud monitoring, regulatory reporting, and complex account reconciliations. This role supports the Assistant Controller, provides guidance to accounting staff, and serves as a backup for departmental functions to ensure accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete month-end close activities and assist with general ledger reconciliations and issue resolution.
• Perform accounting and reconciliations for affiliated entities and support audits and examinations.
• Manage daily ATM settlement balancing, monitor cash activity, investigate discrepancies, and identify potential fraud risks.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports including the NCUA 5300 Call Report, FR-2900, 1099 reporting, backup withholding filings, property tax reports, and escheatment reporting.
• Assist in reviewing and supporting the work of Accounting Specialists, provide training, and maintain departmental procedures.
• Develop and enhance automated reconciliations, reporting tools, and workflow efficiencies.
• Recommend process improvements to strengthen controls, accuracy, and operational effectiveness.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience as a full-charge bookkeeper, staff accountant, or similar role, including month-end close responsibilities.
• Financial institution or credit union experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and regulatory reporting.
• Advanced spreadsheet and analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex accounting issues.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of critical accounting processes, contribute to regulatory compliance, support financial integrity, and play a leadership role within a collaborative finance team.