Accounting Specialist - Systems
Listed on 2026-09-21
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Accounting
Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Accounting Assistant, Accounting & Finance, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk -
Finance & Banking
Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Accounting & Finance, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk
Description
At Community West Credit Union, we believe in people helping people. For over 50 years, we’ve proudly served our West Michigan communities with integrity, personalized care, and a commitment to making financial lives better.
If you’re looking for a place where your work truly matters—and where you’re supported, valued, and encouraged to grow—your next career step is right here!
Grow your Career with Community West!We don’t just offer a job; we offer a workplace you can be proud of:
Exceptional Benefits:- 401(k) eligibility at 90 days
- Generous PTO starting in your first year
- Casual, comfortable dress code
- Healthy work/life balance
- Investment in growth opportunities
- Opportunities for a hybrid work schedule after training
As an Accounting Specialist I – Payments Systems, you’ll be responsible for performing essential payment systems and accounting activities, including transaction processing, reconciliations, and balancing functions. Your responsibilities will include:
- Daily balancing, reconciliation, and exception processing for payment systems, including share drafts, branch checks, credit cards, online payments, Real-Time Payments (RTP), and CO-OP Shared Branch transactions.
- Research, resolve, and process payment-related discrepancies, adjustments, chargebacks, rejected transactions, returned items, and check corrections from internal and external partners, including the Federal Reserve and Alloya.
- Prepare, post, and reconcile accounting entries related to payment operations, card services, ATM and debit card activity, disputes, settlement accounts, and assigned general ledger accounts.
- Monitor and maintain ACH and electronic payment activity, including Notification of Change (NOC) verification, account maintenance, and backup support for ACH stop payments and account-to-account (A2A) transaction verification.
- Assist with monthly accounting functions, including general ledger reconciliations, reclassifications, variance analysis, and month-end close activities.
Education:
- 1-3 years of financial institution experience or related work experience.
- Associate’s degree in accounting, or a related degree; or equivalent relevant work experience.
Skills:
- Knowledge of accounting functions, general ledger reconciliation, payment systems, and transaction processing principles.
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Strong attention to detail, including research and reporting skills.
- Ability to research and solve problems efficiently.
Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:30am – 5pm EST. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a hybrid work setting.
Be part of a team that supports you, celebrates your growth, and makes a real impact in your community.
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