Staff Accountant Job Newburgh area,New York USA,Finance & Banking

Description

We are seeking a Staff Accountant that:

...gets a little satisfaction from finding that one transaction that's been throwing off a reconciliation for days.
...actually enjoys month-end close - the rhythm, the deadlines, the sense of accomplishment when everything ties out.
...likes being the go-to person that branches and departments rely on to make sense of the numbers.
...takes pride in turning a messy, manual process into something cleaner and more efficient.
...can translate spreadsheets and GL reports into plain language that non-finance people actually understand.
...wants to do more than just process transactions - you want to understand what the numbers mean for the organization.
...has a knack for following the trail of a cash discrepancy all the way back to the source, and won't let it go until it's resolved.

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…