Accounting Specialist III - Headquarters

Full Time Administrative Houston, TX, US

17 days ago Requisition

12650 N. Featherwood
Houston, TX 77034

** hands on Accounting experience for a credit union or community bank preferred **

In support of Texas Bay Credit Union’s (TBCU) mission to help our members achieve their financial goals and guided by our vision to stand out as a leading financial institution, the Accounting Specialist III is responsible for performing advanced accounting functions that ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the Credit Union’s financial records and reporting. This position is responsible for complex general ledger reconciliations, month-end close activities, and researching and resolving accounting discrepancies.

The Accounting Specialist III serves as a subject matter expert, mentors junior accounting staff, and assists with audits and process improvement initiatives.

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly general ledger reconciliations.
• Research and resolve complex accounting variances and out-of-balance conditions.
• Perform detailed analysis of reconciling items and investigate system-generated exceptions and processing errors.
• Monitor suspense, clearing, and settlement accounts to ensure timely resolution.
• Reconcile correspondent bank, corporate credit union, and Federal Reserve accounts.
• Reconcile fixed asset, prepaid and deferred accounts.
• Prepare accruals, prepaid expense amortizations, and recurring journal entries.
• Complete assigned month-end closing responsibilities within established deadlines.
• Assist team members with workload balancing and task completion to ensure continuity of service and operational efficiency.
• Review employee expense reports and corporate credit card transactions for completeness, proper approvals, business purpose, and compliance with the Credit Union’s Expense Reimbursement and Corporate Card Policies. Code the expenses to the appropriate general ledger accounts and cost centers and ensure timely payment remittance.
• Assist with general ledger imports, journal entry reviews, and other accounting system functions as directed by management.
• Respond to employee and internal department inquiries regarding accounting-related matters via phone, email, or other communication channels.
• Keep management informed of accounting activities, reconciliation status, operational concerns, and key issues impacting departmental performance.
• Support the management and resolution of DNA cases.
• Assist in preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Provide and assist with requested documentation and questions during internal and external audits.

• Serve as a resource for junior accounting staff, and review work completed by junior staff when assigned.
• Participate in departmental and organizational projects as assigned by the AVP of Accounting or other members of management.
• Provide cross-training and backup support for coworkers and other accounting functions as needed.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, accounting standards, industry trends, and Credit Union policies and procedures. Develop and maintain written procedures for the accounting department.
• Identify risks, process inefficiencies, and opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls, and recommend appropriate policy or procedural enhancements.
• Contribute to a collaborative work environment and support the Credit Union's mission, goals, and team objectives.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• As an employee of an Essential Business (as defined by applicable state or local directives), report to work as scheduled during applicable emergency declarations unless otherwise directed.
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field preferred.
• Three to five years of progressive experience in accounting or financial management, preferably within the financial services industry or credit union sector.
• Strong technical knowledge of…