Accounting Specialist

Company Description Members First Credit Union is a not-for-profit, full-service financial institution serving Manchester, Bedford, and communities across New Hampshire since 1949. The credit union provides personal and business banking solutions, including checking and savings accounts, home and consumer loans, and commercial lending. Membership is open to individuals who live, work, or attend school in New Hampshire, and the organization is guided by a strong commitment to personalized service, community support, and the "People Helping People" philosophy. **This role is open to New Hampshire residents only** About This Role This role is about precision, trust, and the numbers that keep the credit union strong. As the Accounting Specialist, you are the steady hand behind the credit union's financial records, keeping the general ledger balanced, reconciliations clean, and reports accurate so leadership, examiners, and members can trust what the numbers say. This is a hands-on bookkeeping role at its core: daily reconciliations, accounts payable, wire settlement, and fixed asset tracking all depend on your accuracy and follow-through. You won't just record transactions, you’ll catch the discrepancy before it becomes a problem, close out the month with confidence, and give the accounting team a foundation they can build on. Success here is measured in balanced accounts, clean audits, and the quiet reliability that lets everyone else do their jobs well. What You'll Do Own the Books - Full-Cycle Bookkeeping & Reconciliation Maintain assigned general ledger accounts and keep them in balance daily, in accordance with established department standards. Reconcile all assigned general ledger accounts monthly by the policy deadline, providing accurate backup documentation and following up promptly to clear any discrepancies. Apply a strong working knowledge of core bookkeeping principles: debits and credits, accruals, prepaid expenses, and fixed asset tracking to always keep records audit-ready. Identify and set up fixed assets and prepaid items in the system, maintaining accurate schedules and supporting documentation. Process Wires & Settlement Prepare and send outgoing member and credit union wires in a timely manner using FedLine Advantage; retrieve, OFAC screen, and post incoming member and credit union wires. Stay current on FedLine changes and formats to ensure accurate, compliant wire posting. Process and reconcile daily official check settlement, stop payments, and check-copy requests, reconciling the corresponding general ledger account. Reconcile Branch & Suspense Activity Reconcile checks received, suspense accounts, shared branching activity, and bonds redeemed daily for all branches, in accordance with established department standards. Maintain proper balances in the credit union's Federal Reserve and Tricorp accounts by accurately posting and balancing all transactions daily. Prepare accounts payable checks after receiving proper authorization for invoices and assigning accurate general ledger coding. Prepare all monthly vendor reports within the prescribed time limit with no errors. Perform accurate accounts payable processing, vendor maintenance, and invoice review. Be a Resource for the Team Provide helpful, informative service and support to members and associates; troubleshoot and resolve inquiries in a timely and accurate manner. Assist the VP of Accounting with a variety of activities to maintain the financial, statistical, and accounting records of the credit union. Crosstrain in the critical daily tasks of the ACH Specialist role to ensure departmental continuity during absences. Serve as backup for the VP of Accounting when business needs arise. Education & Experience High school diploma or GED required; associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred. Minimum three (3) years of hands-on, full-cycle bookkeeping or accounting experience required - including general ledger reconciliation, accounts payable, and month-end close support. Credit Union or banking experience strongly preferred. A strong bookkeeping track record may offset the preference for a degree. Technical Skills Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) required. Hands-on experience with accounting or bookkeeping software (e.g., Avid), core banking systems, or financial reporting tools strongly preferred. Ability to maintain, reconcile, and analyze general ledger accounts with a high level of accuracy. Familiarity with wire transfer systems (e.g., FedLine Advantage), OFAC checks, and daily settlement processes preferred. Language Skills Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, financial documents, and operational instructions. Skilled in writing routine reports, correspondence, and documentation clearly and professionally. Ability to communicate effectively with internal departments, members, vendors, and external partners. Mathematical Skills Ability to perform accurate calculations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, ratios, and basic statistical interpretation. Ability to interpret financial figures, reconcile totals, and identify anomalies or trends. Reasoning Ability Sound judgment and common sense in following written, verbal, or diagram-based instructions. Strong problem-solving skills involving multiple data points or variables. Ability to work independently while recognizing when issues require elevated support or collaboration. 401(k) 401(k) matching Disability insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience: Accounting or Bookkeeping: 3 years (Required) #J-18808-Ljbffr