Job Description
Job Description
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
The Accountant I prepares and posts recurring journal entries, maintains various reconciliations, and assists in the month end close process. In addition, the Accountant I performs a variety of accounting related support duties for the credit union and manages the accounts payable process to ensure timely payment of invoices.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Maintain assigned general ledger accounts by researching aged items, partnering with other areas to resolve outstanding balances, and ensuring appropriate supporting documentation is in place
• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring proper documentation is maintained
• Support the month-end financial reporting process in the areas of prepaids, fixed assets, accruals, and allocations
• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices for payment
• Communicate with vendors regarding payment status, discrepancies, and account inquiries
• Reconcile accounts payable ledgers and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain organized records of all transactions, invoices, and communications
• Monitor AP inbox to ensure timely responses and processing of invoices
• Respond to information requests in support of company initiatives
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and reports
• Foster and maintain positive relationships with both co-workers and members by actively embracing and demonstrating MCCU's culture, known as IMPACT.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Degree in Business/Accounting or equivalent 3-5 years of experience in Business/Accounting
• Provide prompt and professional assistance to members and credit union employees
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and attention to detail
• Possess knowledge of MCCU systems, products, and services
• Ability to work as a team effectively and cross train to provide support to team members
SKILLS/ABILITIES:
• Strong computer skills including Accounting software and Microsoft Office
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work occasional evening and weekends as needed
• Working knowledge of US GAAP
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• Ability to move and/or lift 20 pounds.
• The vision requirements include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• The mental demands include detailed work, reasoning, math, language, written and verbal communications, multiple concurrent tasks.