Senior Accounting Specialist: Cash Forecasting & GL Recs

SDCCU; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

SDCCU is seeking a Senior Accounting Specialist to support ATM and branch cash forecasting, GL reconciliations, and journal entries. The role involves collaborating with the Accounting Operations team, testing new systems, and driving process improvements to meet service levels and KPIs.

The position requires solid accounting knowledge, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment in San Diego. Full-time, 40 hours per week, with competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Two years college level Accounting courses or equivalent experience
• Experience using 10 key calculating and other keyboard equipment
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic math and accounting principles
• Basic computer skills in Excel and Word
• Good analytical and research skills
• Good organizational skills
• Good writing and communication skills
• Excel and Symitar experience highly preferred
• Works independently
• Interpersonal skills
• The ability to process a large volume of work within tight deadlines and with a high level of proficiency and accuracy

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage ATM and branch cash needs; coordinate with armored car and cash vault service provider to ensure smooth operations
• Review and sign-off on daily critical balancing and GL reconciliations
• Provide great customer service to internal stakeholders to enable them to provide great service to members
• Set up and maintain Accounts Payable vendors and review invoice batches for accuracy
• Assist auditors by gathering information and performing a walk-through of processes
• Assist in testing new system and system changes that have an impact on tasks performed by Accounting Operations
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and work with the SVP of Accounting Operations on potential changes and improvements
• Be available to assist other team members with troubleshooting problems that occur from time-to-time
• Maintain service levels and key performance indicator reports for managements’ review
• Cross-train and maintain knowledge on assigned back-up duties
• Maintain quality service standards set by the organization
• Support month end close processes to include: Prepare and post journal entries; Complete various general ledger account reconciliations; Support variance analysis
• Participate in AML/BSA compliance training as assigned. Adhere to credit union AML/BSA policy and procedures including CTR rules and form preparation, identify and refer suspicious activity to the Compliance Department, perform OFAC comparisons, and properly identify individuals in accordance with Branch Operations procedures

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Deadline-driven

Independence

10-key skills

Accounting principles

Education

Two years college level Accounting courses or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

Word

Symitar

Job description

SDCCU is seeking a Senior Accounting Specialist to support ATM and branch cash forecasting, GL reconciliations, and journal entries. The role involves collaborating with the Accounting Operations team, testing new systems, and driving process improvements to meet service levels and KPIs.

The position requires solid accounting knowledge, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment in San Diego. Full-time, 40 hours per week, with competitive salary.