General Ledger Accountant

Position Summary

This position will compile, analyze and reconcile multiple accounts within the general ledger in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and practices. Work involves collaborating across departments to address and resolve reconciliation matters and to provide expertise and detailed support. Staff in this role have an understanding of the Credit Union's processes and procedures, working knowledge of core operating systems used in assigned general ledger accounts and are experienced in identifying and resolving routine issues related to transaction postings. This role's focus is on accurate and efficient processing of all duties while providing excellent service to internal staff.

At GreenState, our purpose is to create lasting value for our members, our communities, and one another. We empower our teams to create opportunities that strengthen financial well-being, transform lives, and enhance the vitality of the communities we serve. We know our successnow and in the futureis deeply rooted in fostering an engaging, diverse, and inclusive workplace where everyone knows they matter, their work makes an impact, and their everyday commitment to living our values is what brings our mission to life.

Pay range for this hourly position is $33.31 - $38.94/hr with a progressive benefits package.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Performs essential duties and responsibilities in the following areas which may include but are not limited to those listed and are subject to change.

• Adheres to the Credit Union's core values and Service Standards in conducting GreenState's mission and vision.
• Demonstrates a positive member service (internal and external) focus at all times.
• Demonstrates teamwork in all interactions with coworkers and in the completion of all duties and responsibilities.
• Ensures confidentiality of member information.
• Supports a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Plays a vital role in enriching the community by participating in community service organizations and/or Credit Union sponsored events, on an annual basis.
• Responsible for monitoring and reconciling credit union clearing (GL and DDA accounts), suspense and exception general ledgers.
• Reconciles the credit union's daily cash letter.
• Perform bank reconciliations for all corporate accounts on a daily and monthly basis.
• Ensures the share and loan balances across main core platform agree to the general ledgers.
• Perform general ledger account reconciliations for assigned balance sheet accounts on daily, weekly, and/or month-end basis.
• Ability to analyze data sets and be able to identify any anomalies or erroneous entries, research any issues and drive resolution.
• Responsible for research and follow-up of all outstanding reconciliation items to ensure items are resolved in a timely manner.
• Ensure substantive detailed documentation is provided for reconciling items in accordance with internal policy.
• Assist departments with problem-solving, balancing, and other issues related to outstanding general ledger balances.
• Possesses general understanding of transaction flow through the core and ancillary operating systems to general ledger for each assigned general ledger account.
• Identify and prepare necessary journal entries for reconciling items within accounts.
• Provide back-up support to immediate team members, as needed.
• Identifies opportunities for efficiency and/or effectiveness improvements, including looking for opportunities to reduce human errors.
• Performs any other temporary or permanent duties as assigned.

Job Requirements/Expectations

• Minimum two to three years of recent experience in general ledger accounting, preferably in a financial institution accounting department.
• Associate degree in accounting or a mixture of relevant, equivalent work experience is required.
• A basic understanding of general ledger functionality from transaction to financial statement reporting.
• Familiarity and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to operate in complex and ambiguous environments, using experience and judgment to make quick, effective decisions under pressure.
• Exceptional eye for detail with a high level of accuracy and an ability to independently analyze and problem solve errors and processes.
• Demonstrated critical thinking to identify efficiencies or new approaches for current operating procedures.
• Ability to apply discretion and trust with confidential material.
• Ability to work independently while effectively participating with the larger team.
• Regular reliable attendance and punctuality are essential functions to this position.
• Must possess a growth mindset with an inquisitive mind and willingness to learn from setbacks.
• Adaptability, a positive attitude, excellent attendance, and strong self-motivation are indispensable attributes for this position.
• The candidate must come in ready to assume the role with limited training.
• Power BI / Power Automate experience a plus.
• Must be bondable.

Reporting Relationship

This position reports to the Director Accounting.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position is not responsible for the supervision of others.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

GreenState Credit Union is an EEO/AA Employer. We strongly encourage all individuals to apply for openings with the credit union. #ID