Accountant II

POSITION PURPOSE

Perform tasks necessary to accurately balance and update general ledger and subsidiary accounts and perform other accounting-related duties. Prepare various accounting reports as required. Assist the Accounting Lead with month‑end close processes. Handle complex issues and problems, and refer only the most complex issues to management.

• Prepare journal entries, daily account analysis and reconciliation. Review journal entries for accuracy.
• May perform daily reconciliation and settlement of various credit union products and services, including shares, loans, ATMs, cash, debit/credit cards, and ACH.
• Cross‑train on or perform assigned duties related to accounts payable, fixed assets, prepaid accounts and accrual accounts, 945 annual return, and annual personal property tax reporting.
• Review, reconcile, maintain, and verify general ledger accounts assigned.
• Identify areas of improvement to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency while maintaining internal controls.
• Create and update departmental procedures.
• Create and maintain various spreadsheets and/or reports for analysis.
• Aid the Senior Accountant in resolving escalated accounting issues.
• Assist with the preparation of the quarterly 5300 Call report by completing assigned pages and saving supporting documentation.
• Assist with organizational and departmental projects/initiatives.
• Respond to inquiries from management and Credit Union divisions in a timely manner.
• Review ACH payments to vendors to ensure all are included on the check register, notify Electronic Services with ACH totals daily.
• Track collected commercial loan mortgage fees paid to third‑party vendors.
• Review invoices/checks to ensure appropriate approvals are present, verify correct amounts, and ensure all checks are included in the check register.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required. MBA or CPA preferred.

Three to five years of high level accounting experience required. Experience using general ledger software required. Experience with Fixed Assets, Prepaid Expenses, and Accruals required. Call Reporting and Reg D Reporting experience a plus. Bank and/or Credit Union experience a plus.

Ability to work independently and as a team member while using sound judgment in problem solving.

Ability to work effectively, accurately, efficiently with a high degree of attention to detail.

Ability to adapt to changing business needs and innovative solutions.

Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities while working in a fast‑paced, deadline‑oriented environment.

Cooperative willingness to assist others.

Proficient computer skills using Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.

Thorough knowledge of financial and accounting practices & procedures. Understanding of governmental regulations and reporting requirements.

Thorough understanding of GAAP.

Typical office environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit at a desk and in meetings for long periods of time on a continuous basis; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation with fingers; reach with hands and arms; use a telephone or other electronic communication devices; stand for long periods of time at counter, printers;

communicate orally and through written means; use standard office equipment such as computers, printers; write or use a keyboard to perform assigned duties; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist while checking equipment; occasionally stand and/or walk over both even and uneven ground; occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; hearing and vision within normal ranges with or without correction.

Successful candidates must pass pre‑employment credit checks, background checks, and drug screens.

Orion Financial is an equal opportunity at‑will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or any other federal or state protected class. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact us to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.