Senior Accounting Specialist

Position Overview The Senior Accounting Specialist plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial operations through analysis, reconciliations, and reporting. This is an ideal opportunity for a self‑motivated professional who enjoys solving complex issues, working independently, and contributing to a collaborative, high‑performing team. Position Type Full‑Time (40 hours/week). Monday to Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Compensation $28.00 – 36.50 per hour (Non‑Exempt); hiring rates may be dependent on experience, education, geographic location or special skills. Location Endwell, NY (on‑site) What You’ll Do Perform detailed monthly reconciliations of balance sheet and income statement accounts, including researching and resolving variances Support key accounting functions such as fixed assets, lease accounting, and loan participation processing Prepare and review financial data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with regulatory and internal standards Execute file loads and support data integrity for accounting and reporting processes Identify discrepancies, investigate root causes, and take ownership of timely resolution Collaborate with accounting team members to ensure consistent coverage across functions and responsibilities What Success Looks Like Reconciliations are completed accurately and on time, with discrepancies identified, investigated, and resolved proactively Financial data is reliable, well supported, and ready for reporting with minimal rework or escalation You operate independently, managing your workload with confidence and minimal oversight Issues are not just identified—you take ownership of resolution and follow through to completion You seamlessly step in to support shared responsibilities, ensuring continuity of operations across the team Processes are continuously improved through your attention to detail, critical thinking, and initiative You communicate clearly and collaborate effectively, contributing to a strong, team‑oriented environment Minimum Qualifications Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or business with 1–2 years of relevant experience; 3–5 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities with minimal oversight Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and drive solutions Demonstrated initiative and ownership in completing work accurately and efficiently Flexibility to learn multiple functions and provide cross‑coverage within a team‑based environment Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate within a small, highly interdependent team Accounting, finance, or business‑related degree preferred Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite and standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines Visions remains committed to diversity and inclusion and will consider alternative education and experience Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field Prior experience within financial services, banking, credit unions, or a regulated environment **Important** A skills assessment will be administered to evaluate Excel and reconciliation knowledge as part of the selection process. Immigration At this time, Visions Federal Credit Union will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or offer any immigration‑related support for this position. Equal Opportunity Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities Know Your Rights This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Visions Federal Credit Union