Staff Accountant

Hanscom Federal Credit Union; Littleton (MA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical, Dental, Vision

FSA

401(k)

Student loan payoff

Paid time off

Hybrid work

Job summary

Hanscom Federal Credit Union in Littleton, MA is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Accounting Department. You will support daily financial operations, prepare statements, and ensure accuracy across ledgers. The role emphasizes attention to detail, teamwork, and adherence to regulatory requirements.

We offer a full-time, permanent position with a hybrid schedule and competitive benefits. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of related accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and a two-year

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of similar or related accounting or finance experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.
• A two-year college degree or completion of a specialized course of study at a business or trade school equivalent to ~64 credit hours; high school with significant work experience may substitute.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable, monthly billings on commercial account transactions and weekly FR2900 reporting to the Federal Reserve; assist with financial statements preparation.
• Oversee settlement and reconciliation of shared branching accounts daily; maintain branch reconciliations.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and post the Credit Union’s payroll entries; report unusual activity to Controller.
• Maintain fixed asset system including inventory and prepaid asset processing.
• Oversee settlement of mortgage-related accounts (principal, escrow, Fannie Mae).
• Reconcile ACH and corporate statements daily.
• Collaborate with staff to resolve account discrepancies and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Comply with laws and regulations (Bank Secrecy Act, Patriot Act, OFAC); follow company policies including Sarbanes-Oxley controls.

Skills

Detail oriented

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Two-year degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

It’s an exciting time to be at Hanscom Federal Credit Union!

As a member of our Accounting Department, you will join a dynamic team of dedicated individuals committed to delivering exceptional service to our members.

Who we are – Hanscom Federal Credit Union

• Members-first – our members are our top priority. We make business decisions with our members at the top of mind.
• Integrity – we’re honest and committed to doing what’s best for our members and our company. What is right isn’t the same as what is easy.
• Teamwork – we are in this together and we all benefit from our success.
• Innovation – we identify new ideas for processes or products that will lead to positive changes and take the initiative to implement the changes
• Empathy – we understand that communication starts by listening, understanding diverse perspectives, and caring about others’ sustained success.

What we offer

$24.65/h r to $30.81/hr

Compensation for this position will be determined based on the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications. Final pay may vary depending on factors such as prior experience, expertise, and specific requirements of the role. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and will discuss the final pay rate with candidates should an offer be made.

• A full-time, permanent position that will reward you through an annual bonus program.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, 401(k), Student Loan Paydown, and paid Sick and Vacation time benefits.
• A flexible hybrid work schedule environment.
• We are committed to fostering career growth and development – when you join our organization it’s not just a job.
• We look to develop your skills aligned to our business needs and help you progress in your career.

Who you are – Staff Accountant

You are a dynamic, detail oriented, intuitive person with the ability to develop relationships, build rapport and become a trusted team member. You are able to provide every employee or member you assist or support with a high level of service, have strong organization and multi-tasking skills, and are searching for a rewarding career where you are valued and respected.

What you'll do

• Process accounts payable, monthly billings on commercial account transactions, credit disability and LS/LP monthly billings and, on a weekly basis, the FR2900 reporting to the Federal Reserve. Assists with the preparation of financial statements.
• Oversee the settlement and reconciliation of shared branching accounts, including any adjustments, and maintains branch reconciliations on a daily basis.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts as assigned and reports any unusual activity to the Controller. Make general ledger entries for the Credit Union’s payroll.
• Perform maintenance of the fixed asset system, including inventory; posts automatic computer generated vouchers; and prepares prepaid asset processing.
• Oversee the settlement of mortgage related accounts, including principal, escrow, and Fannie Mae.
• Reconcile ACH and corporate statement (Eascorp) daily.
• Work closely with staff at all levels to resolve account discrepancies and performs such additional duties as requested or assigned from time to time.
• Must comply with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control. Follows established company policies and procedures, including but not limited to: Sarbanes Oxley controls, Business Ethics and Standard of Conduct, Electronic Communications, Confidentiality and Privacy.

Knowledge/Skills/Experience Required

• 1-3 years of similar or related experience, including preparatory experience.
• Must have experience with Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.
• A two-year college degree or completion of a specialized course of study at a business or trade school equivalent to approximately 64 credit hours is generally required. In some cases, a High School degree with significant and relevant work experience can be an adequate substitute for the absence of an Associate’s Degree.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Preferred

Associates or better.

Experience

Required

1-3 years:

similar or related accounting or finance experience

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