Financial Accountant II

Overview Is it surprising to hear that a financial institution of 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets say that success comes from focusing on people, not profits? Our “people helping people” philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work makes a real difference. While we’re proud of our history, we’re even more excited about our future. With business and technology transformation on the horizon, there’s never been a better time to be part of BECU. Pay Range The Target Pay Range for this position is $88,000.00-$107,500.00 annually. The full Pay Range is $68,300.00 - $127,500.00 annually. At BECU, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job‑related skills, experience, and education or training. Should an offer for employment be made, we will consider individual qualifications. In addition to your salary, compensation incentives are available for the hired applicant. Incentives are performance based and targets vary by role. Benefits – Because People Helping People Starts With Supporting You 401(k) Company Match (up to 3%) 4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU Medical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well) PTO Program + Exchange Program Tuition Reimbursement Program BECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match To join our dynamic team, we require candidates to be residents of WA, CA, VA, NC, OR, ID, AZ, TX, GA, or SC. If you’re located in Washington state and within a reasonable driving distance from Tukwila, we are requesting that you come into our HQ on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. For those candidates that live outside the commute distance of TFC and in any of our approved remote work locations, this role will be remote. Remote or onsite, we are committed to ensuring you are fully engaged and included in our collaborative environment. Impact You’ll Make As a Financial Accountant II, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data that drives critical decisions across the organization. You’ll bring clarity to complex transactions, helping maintain strong financial health while supporting initiatives like an upcoming ERP implementation. Your work will directly influence how effectively we operate and serve our members. This is a role where your analytical mindset and curiosity will help improve processes, strengthen controls, and elevate the way we manage financial data. If you enjoy solving problems and making an impact behind the scenes, this is your opportunity to do just that. What You’ll Do Account Reconciliation & Analysis: Monitor and reconcile balance sheet accounts, digging into discrepancies and ensuring everything ties out accurately across areas like loans, fixed assets, and payroll. Expense Classification & Review: Review invoices and transactions, ensuring expenses are properly categorized as capital or operational and aligned with general ledger standards. Financial Integrity & Compliance: Maintain the accuracy and completeness of accounting records, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to accounting policies and procedures. Collaboration & Business Support: Partner with teams across the credit union, helping resolve accounting issues and providing insights that support better business decisions. Journal Entries & Close Process: Prepare daily and month‑end journal entries and play a key role in the month‑end and year‑end close, including trend analysis and reporting. Fixed Asset Accounting: Take ownership of fixed asset processes, including capitalization, depreciation, transfers, and adjustments—especially within the ERP system. Process Improvement & Systems Support: Contribute to system enhancements and play an important role in the upcoming ERP implementation, ensuring accounting processes are efficient and scalable. Reporting & Audit Support: Prepare reports and schedules for audits and regulatory requirements, while also supporting ad‑hoc reporting needs. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls, and enhance data accuracy across the organization. Documentation & Procedures: Maintain clear and up‑to‑date documentation to support consistency and operational excellence. What You’ll Gain Opportunity to play a key role in a high‑impact ERP implementation, gaining valuable systems experience Exposure to cross‑functional collaboration, partnering with teams across the organization A role where you can influence process improvements and drive operational efficiency The chance to deepen your expertise in fixed assets, reconciliations, and financial reporting A collaborative environment that values curiosity, problem‑solving, and continuous learning Career growth through hands‑on experience with enterprise systems and data tools like Alteryx The ability to make a meaningful impact on the financial health of a member‑focused organization Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent work or education‑related experience required. Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in accounting, including hands‑on experience with month‑end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and applying GAAP principles, with exposure to fixed assets or ERP systems preferred. Experience with managing and prioritizing multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment, adapting to changing business needs, and working both independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision. Desired Qualifications CPA license preferred. Join the Journey Ready to make an indelible impact? Eager to be part of a collaborative and innovative team where your ideas and contributions don’t just fill a role but fuel the growth and success of BECU? This is more than a job – it’s a chance to elevate your career, skills, and future, all while contributing to the robust operational landscape of BECU. Embrace the opportunity to grow with us. Apply now, bring your expertise to the table, and let’s achieve excellence together at BECU. Your journey of influence, innovation, and impactful contribution starts now. EEO Statement BECU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr BECU