Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist

Our Accounting Specialist provides accounting and administrative support to the department. We are looking for a candidate that possesses the following skills; a high school diploma or equivalent, good verbal and written communication skills and Keyboarding and/or 10-key skills. Recognized for our commitment to employees, members, and the surrounding communities we serve, Neches is proud to be a Great Place to Work certified company. With $1 Billion in assets and over 80,000 members, we are dedicated to delivering signature service while providing financial resources to improve our members' financial well-being. We are proud of our local roots and Team Neches continues to be true to the credit union commitments. We are Family, Friends, Community.

Additional required qualifications:

• At least 1 year of accounting experience, preferably within the financial services industry, or active pursuit of relevant education
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and reconciliations
• Proficient in MS Office-Excel
• Conscientious, strong attention to detail
• Ability to perform accurate work with respect for regulations and standards
• Capability to work within deadline timeframes
• The ability to work independently while displaying initiative
• Dependable; punctual and regular attendance
• Team oriented and ability to work collaboratively
• Display a high level of professionalism
• Ability to work well in a team environment and support the credit union's mission and values

Job summary:

• Verify, balance, research and post journal entries necessary for daily business transactions, such as funds received and disbursed, and totals accounts
• Assist branches with daily balancing of all ITM, ATM, cash accounts and MSR checks
• Balance bank reconciliation daily
• Monthly reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts
• Provide monthly reporting for board reports
• Identify and research all adjustments, errors and other discrepancies, and follow-up on all outstanding items, in timely manner
• Closing for end of day business
• May be required to process accounts payable; input invoices, cut and mail checks to vendors weekly as a backup
• Backup other essential functions in the department

Classification: Non-Exempt

Location: Administration (Port Neches)

Hours: Scheduled for 40-hours per week between the hours of Monday through Friday 8:15AM to 5:15PM Required Rotating Holidays: These holidays are worked when the Federal Reserve is open, but the credit union is closed.