Accounting Specialist

DISCOVER A CAREER WITH CU
* SOUTH

At CU
* SOUTH, we're more than just a Credit Union Service Organization (CUSO); we're a community united by a mission to strengthen and grow credit unions everywhere. Every role within our organization is backed by our steadfast philosophies - from our team who bring years of professional experience to our dynamic, customer-focused culture that's rooted in responsiveness and loyalty. Our working environment celebrates those who can pivot, innovate, and act swiftly, ensuring we remain at the forefront of the credit union industry.

Joining CU
* SOUTH isn’t merely about finding a job—it’s about discovering a purpose. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to evolve professionally and personally, backed by a supportive team that is unafraid to be progressive. Working for a CUSO, especially one as dedicated as CU
* SOUTH, offers a unique chance to serve. With us, you’re not just contributing to our growth; you’re actively playing a role in elevating the credit union community, impacting countless members and institutions alike. Become a part of our team, where service and growth go hand in hand, and craft a fulfilling career that truly makes a difference.

The Accounting Specialist functions as a key part of the CUinBalance team that provides daily, monthly, and quarterly back-office accounting duties for credit union partners. The Accounting Specialist works closely with credit union partners to provide accounting support and training when needed.

• Complete daily accounting work including, but not limited to, daily balancing and exception processing.
• Reconcile various accounts for clients including, but not limited to, bank accounts, fixed assets, prepaids, accruals, and suspense accounts, vault & teller drawers, subsidiary member ledgers.
• Train credit union managers/CEOs to utilize various CU
  * Base management tools used for financial analysis including contingent liability analysis, asset/liability management, operating/financial ratios, loan origination costing, etc.
• Assist credit union staff with required quarterly financial reporting to NCUA (5300 Call Report) and management reports for the credit union board of directors.
• Train and assist credit union staff on various accounting functions including budgeting, fixed assets, dividend forecasting, accruals & amortizations, investment processing, etc.
• Perform period end closings for clients including calculation and input of accruals and preparation of financial statements.
• Be able to lead classroom training sessions for CU
  * BASE software, conversion support, special client requests and department classes.
• Take responsibility for increasing job knowledge, familiarity with credit union operations, training and problem-solving skills.
• Properly and effectively track time spent, detailed task management, and project statuses within established Project Management software in accordance with documented policy and standards.
• Maintain a positive contribution as a member of the CUinBalance team and complete all tasks assigned by management to meet team objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Internal
  • Uphold CU
    * SOUTH Code of Conduct and PRAISE Core Values
  • Provide same-day response to all internal inquiries received by noon that day, provide next day response to all others, establishing priority to urgency on all requests
  • Provide internal support to all CUSO Development lines of business accordingly, to advocate and encourage internal collaboration
• External
  • Uphold CU
    * SOUTH Code of Conduct and PRAISE Core Values

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