Credit Union Senior Accounting Officer

Senior Accounting Officer Pima Federal Credit Union of Tucson, AZ is looking to hire a full-time Senior Accounting Officer . Do you have a strong work ethic, a positive outlook, and share in the credit union philosophy of "people helping people"? Do you have advanced accounting experience and enjoy supporting accurate financial reporting, compliance, and sound decision-making ? Are you looking to take the next step in your accounting career with a stable, growing, and respected financial institution that values teamwork and integrity? If so, please read on! The Senior Accounting Officers are responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the credit union's financial records and reporting. They oversee general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month‑end close processes, while ensuring compliance with GAAP, CECL, and regulatory requirements. They prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and support audits, regulatory examinations, and the annual budget processes. The Senior Accounting Officer performs complex general ledger reconciliations involving investments, loans, fixed assets, accrued expenses, allowance accounts, and income calculations. They monitor and reconcile key balance sheet and income statement accounts and assist with the development, documentation, and improvement of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. In addition, the Senior Accounting Officer provides financial analysis, variance analysis, and reporting to support management decision-making. They serve as a department lead by providing guidance, mentorship, and subject‑matter expertise to accounting staff; collaborating with cross‑functional teams to improve financial operations and efficiency. This role also acts as the primary contact with external auditors during annual fieldwork and serves as a backup to accounting management for select approval functions. Qualifications For A Senior Accounting Officer Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance or equivalent work experience. Three years' accounting experience in a financial institution. Intermediate to expert level spreadsheet and database skills. Advanced to expert level experience with computers and software applications including Microsoft Office Suite. Familiar with automated general ledger system and financial reports. Ability to travel to different branch locations and various training or networking events. Benefits As a full‑time employee, you are eligible for Pima Federal's robust benefits package including: Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision - each benefit has a generous contribution from the credit union 100% company‑paid life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and employee assistance program (EAP) Access to other products such as two flexible spending account ( FSA ) options, critical illness insurance, accident coverage, and buy‑up options on life insurance Retirement: 401(k) plan with company match 100% company‑funded pension plan Generous paid time off policies, including 11 paid holidays Tuition Reimbursement Access to on‑demand pay and one‑on‑one financial planning An award‑winning wellness program Access to an on‑site car repair service #J-18808-Ljbffr Pima Federal Credit Union