Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Affidian Credit Union is looking for an experienced Accounting Manager. This is a full-time in-office position. Work will be performed at the branch located at 700 W. 39th Avenue, Denver, CO 80216. The working hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with an occasional start time of 7:00 am. The salary range is $70,000 - $95,000 per year and will commensurate with experience. In addition to a competitive salary, the Credit Union offers a comprehensive health benefits package, a generous PTO plan, paid federal holidays, and eligibility for participation in the 401 K plan.

Position Description

Manages and actively participates in day-to-day tasks and operations of the accounting department. Ensures financial accuracy across all operations. Responsible for budgets, supervises accounting staff and adheres to all Credit Union compliance standards with internal accounting policies, regulations, financial controls, and credit union industry standards. Works closely with CFO, Executive Management, and department managers to ensure completeness, quality, and compliance of all Credit Union products.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage all general ledger balancing and activity. Reconcile GL accounts daily, weekly, and/or monthly.
• Maintain accounting policies and procedures.
• Coordinates internal/external audits and provides necessary documentation.
• Performs all functions necessary for the balancing of Federal Reserve cash, ACH transactions, share drafts, mortgage loans, back up withholding for IRAs, deposit chargebacks, electronic transfers, wire transfers, accounts payable, escheat funds or unclaimed property to applicable States, corporate VISA reconciliations, and VISA program activities.
• Process and research Regulation E claims (reclamations, DNE entries, etc.).
• Perform all functions related to fraud and forgery resolution by reporting to the Credit Union bond insurance company.
• Completes all reporting requirements with VISA, Symitar, Wisdom, Fiserv, and MoneyPass.
• Assists with the month-end/year-end closing processes and prepares accurate, timely financial statements.
• Reviews journal entries, reconciliations, and account balances. Ensures Wisdom and Symitar are in balance.
• Provide staff and member assistance and resolve complex issues.
• Creates necessary branch reports, including monthly management report.
• Performs other related duties, including special projects, as needed or requested.

Supervisor Responsibilities

Ensure staff is properly trained and informed by:

• Training and coaching in practices and procedures, applicable to each position. This is expected ongoing (everyday) as needed to ensure the proper growth and development of staff.
• Conducting timely (at least monthly and more often if necessary) department meetings to discuss or review problems and/or explain new procedures.
• Ensuring staff completes assigned yearly training duties assigned by Executive Management in relation to their specific duties.
• Assists with the coaching/disciplining of employees, as needed.
• Assists with managing the performance of employees which include:
• Enforcing Credit Union policies and procedures in the form of verbal and/or written warnings.
• Evaluating employee performance in the form of written evaluations.
• Conduct one-on-one meetings with individual employees to ensure goals are being met and that performance is being monitored and measured for accountability and/or any additional training.

This position reports to the CFO.

Performance Standards

• Strong knowledge of Credit Union accounting terminology and standards.
• Knowledge of branch operations, procedures, and functions.
• Understanding of Credit Union products and services.
• Excellent analytical and judgement skills.
• Pro-active in solving problems and taking initiative to go a step above in all situations.
• Understanding of the Credit Union's data processing system in general operations.
• Understand the flow of other subsidiary systems and how they interface with accounting systems.
• Ability to draft reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from the executive team.
• Ability and knowledge to perform the duties of all accounting positions.
• Complete all required training.
• Provide courteous, friendly, timely and professional service to all members and staff in an accurate manner.
• Maintain a professional appearance and work environment.
• Comply with all the published directives and expectations of the Affidian Credit Union Employee Handbook.
• Support all internal and external educational opportunities.
• Support all corporate goals and objectives.
• A significant level of trust and diplomacy is required, in addition to normal courtesy and tact. Work involves extensive contact with others inside and outside of the Credit Union and is usually personal or sensitive in nature. Outside contact is important and fostering sound relationships with other entities (companies, governmental agencies, and/or individuals) is necessary.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited university.
• Strong understanding of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Minimum three years' experience in a supervisory or management role.
• Must have worked in a financial institution for a minimum of five years, with at least three years' experience with a Credit Union.