Accountant

POSITION PURPOSE

The Accountant will provide accounting support to major financial accounting areas including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger accounting and reconciliation. Responsible for all accounting tasks related to cash management, investments, member shares and loans, and a wide range of analytical analysis. Preparation of regulatory filings including federal withholding and tax reports. Assist with annual external audit examination by preparing and submitting requested materials. Assist in preparing assigned schedules for the annual and interim audit.

Assist with internal audit examinations by preparing and submitting requested materials. Assist with various general ledger functions, and provide backup to other Accounting staff as necessary. Make independent decisions in all aspects of this position, and work collaboratively with Accounting staff and AVP of Finance to provide services consistent with the Credit Union's mission and philosophy.

The Accountant will provide accounting support to major financial accounting areas including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger accounting and reconciliation. Responsible for all accounting tasks related to cash management, investments, member shares and loans, and a wide range of analytical analysis. Preparation of regulatory filings including federal withholding and tax reports. Assist with annual external audit examination by preparing and submitting requested materials. Assist in preparing assigned schedules for the annual and interim audit.

Assist with internal audit examinations by preparing and submitting requested materials. Assist with various general ledger functions, and provide backup to other Accounting staff as necessary. Make independent decisions in all aspects of this position, and work collaboratively with Accounting staff and AVP of Finance to provide services consistent with the Credit Union's mission and philosophy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process incoming and outgoing wires
• Maintain daily reconciliation of cash accounts to ensure proper cash flow
• Process daily check adjustments and foreign settlements
• Prepare daily voucher to reconcile and cash advance reports
• Process daily CUDL reports and prepare necessary JVs for posting
• Maintain complete and accurate records of Fixed Assets and monthly depreciation expense.
• Prepare annual and file property tax returns
• Prepare quarterly share & loan reconciliation
• Prepare and post biweekly payroll in our HRIS system & GL
• Process CU Accounts Payables
• Process weekly cash orders for branches and ATMs & reconcile
• Maintain investment documentation and related monthly income accruals
• Prepare monthly state and federal tax withholding forms
• Prepare quarterly and annual backup withholding tax forms
• Prepare quarterly Reg D Report
• Prepare monthly GL certifications as assigned
• Cooperate and work with co-workers as a team member.
• Performs all responsibilities in accordance with CW Values, compliance, regulatory and Information Protection requirements.
• Attend training and comply with CWCCU policies and procedures as well as applicable State and Federal regulations
• Performs additional duties as assigned

EDUCATION, REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Requires an Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or other business related field or 3-years equivalent work based experience to demonstrate the understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Credit Union Accounting procedures, and effective analytical analysis
• Strong computer skill and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel)
• Experience with Great Plains or other accounting software is preferred

BENEFITS

Employees are eligible for the core medical, dental, and vision coverage the first of the month following their date of hire. After a 90 day waiting period, employees are eligible to enroll in the Flexible Spending Account, Group Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability. After 6 months of employment, employees are eligible to enroll in the 401(k) Plan and the Credit Union will match your contributions dollar for dollar up to the first 3% of your gross salary, and 50% of the next 2% of your gross salary. In addition, we offer paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays as well as paid volunteer hours to serve at credit union endorsed organizations.

EEO STATEMENT

Central Willamette provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, gender, age, disability or any other classification protected by law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

It is the policy of Central Willamette to comply with all provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Central Willamette will not discriminate against any qualified employee or job applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. Central Willamette will also make reasonable accommodations whenever necessary for all employees or applicants with disabilities, provided that the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform the duties and assignments connected with the job and provided that any accommodations made do not create an undue hardship to the Credit Union.