Staff Accountant Job Newburgh area,New York USA,Accounting

Here's a little about us

Heritage Financial Credit Union is a member-owned financial institution that is committed to helping our members achieve their financial goals and building a stronger community. We believe that everyone deserves access to affordable financial services, and we are dedicated to providing our members with the tools and resources they need to achieve their financial dreams. Our vision is to be the leading financial institution in the communities we serve, and we are committed to creating a culture of excellence where our employees can thrive.

We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, and where we can all work together to achieve our goals. We recognize that our employees are our most important asset, and we are committed to providing them with the training, development, and opportunities they need to succeed.

Our Core Values

Experience: Go Above Expectations;
Create Positive Moments;
Personally Acknowledge
Service: Deliver As One Team;
Stay A Step Ahead;
Guide With Product Expertise
Integrity: Do What's Right;
Speak the Truth;
Own Our Actions
People: Grow Together;
Respect Every Voice;
Build Trusting Relationships;
Strengthen Culture & Community

POSITION PURPOSE

Performs journal entries and account analysis to assist with period end closings. Monitors cash daily and assists with general ledger account reconciliations on a monthly basis. Assists Accounting team with budget process implementation for the Credit Union. Special accounting projects relating to budgeting, IRS filing, audit support, as well as ad-hoc accounting projects as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

Performs tasks to assist with period end closing, such as journal entry preparation and account reconciliations.

Account for Fixed Asset Depreciation and Prepaid Assets.

Monitor cash accounts and prepare daily entries as needed / investigate variances.

Point of contact for branches and departments for annual budgeting and understanding of variances.

Assist department with cash management, liquidity monitoring and treasury functions.

Reconcile high transaction volume GL accounts such as ATM and coin machines, researching and resolving differences and subledger account reconciliations. Propose solutions to ATM differences aimed at getting the reconciliation to be owned at the branch level.

Review of Accounts Payable activity including verification, processing, and recording of invoices.

Resolve account discrepancies by investigating documentation, issuing stop payments or adjustments.

Interface with external and internal auditors and provide documentation relating to audit queries.

Participate with internal projects and implement process improvements aimed at increasing the efficiency of work flow.

Perform responsibilities of position in accordance with federal and state regulations, credit union policies and procedures, and ensure that transactions are authorized in compliance with CU policies.

Perform additional duties and special projects as requested.

Requirements

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

Associate or Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of related accounting experience, preferably in a banking environment or a comparable combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE:

Practical knowledge of accounting principles. Fundamental knowledge of debits/credits and a general understanding of balance sheet/income statement components. This position requires that the employee gain a working knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) requirements and how they will affect their work. The employee will comply with all requirements of the BSA and cooperate with the designated BSA Officer in assuring compliance.

EXPERIENCE:

General ledger accounting and journal entry preparation
Account reconciliations, including GL accounts
Fixed asset and prepaid asset accounting
Budget preparation, variance analysis, and departmental reporting
Cash management and daily cash monitoring
Accounts payable processing and invoice verification
Audit support and documentation preparation
Proficiency in accounting software/ERP systems and Microsoft Excel
Intermediate level Excel/Word

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Data interpretation with ability to look beyond the numbers and identify what's driving a variance, trend, or discrepancy analytical skills.
Excellent proactive communication keeping stakeholders informed on variances, delays, or issues before they become bigger problems.
Adaptability that is equally comfortable with routine close tasks and surprise projects that land on…