Accounting Specialist Payroll & AP

Description

YOUR PURPOSE

Member of the Accounting team that ensures accurate processing and recording of Credit Union payroll and expense reimbursement process. Performs a variety of entries and various support functions on behalf of the Credit Union. Works in conjunction with the others in the Accounting and Human Resources department, collaborates with internal and external partners to meet timelines and achieve goals.

YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Primary support for the accounting functions of payroll processing for the Credit Union. This includes working in conjunction with Human Resources to process semi-monthly payroll, accruing all monthly payroll taxes, quarterly reports, annual payroll reporting including W-2 and ACA forms, annual salary budget, analysis and breakdown of expenses by branch and department.  
• Primary administrator of expense reimbursement process. Complies, sorts, and loads documents such as invoices, Visa receipts, and substantiating business transactions into applicable expense reporting and imaging software. Coding and routing invoices to appropriate approvers. 
• Verifying and posting details of business transactions to general ledger and other tracking systems in support of the day-to-day credit union accounting operations. Operations may include reconciliation for settlement accounts, general ledger accounts, backing up Accounts Payable process and other accounting functions. 
• Prepares moderately complex spreadsheets, charts and graphs as part of problem solving and/or reporting requests.  
• Analyzes large amounts of data from various sources and organizes the data by creating and updating complex spreadsheets (Excel). Will utilize this data and analysis to recommend solutions, drive decisions, create reports and evaluate operational needs.
• Participates in staff meetings and supports department with various projects. 
• Performs other duties as assigned by department supervisors and managers.

SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• Our individual contributor success competencies, coupled with our CORE Values, drive our ability to fulfill our Promise of "Guiding members in the direction of their dreams"
• Action Oriented: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Readily takes action on challenges, without unnecessary planning 
• Instills Trust: Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
• Member Focused: Builds strong member relationships and delivers member-centric solutions, both internally and externally 
• Self-Development Focused: Actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development

Requirements

EXPERTISE YOU NEED

Education & Experience

At least two years post-secondary At least two years post-secondary education in accounting or finance preferred. Two plus years’ experience with any of the following: general ledger accounting (balance sheet and income statement accounts), payroll processing, accounts payable, cost accounting principles, and balancing and reconciling accounts is required. Credit Union, other financial institution or related work experience may be substituted for education. Advanced spreadsheet application (Excel) knowledge desired.

Capabilities

• Communicates clearly and effectively with coworkers and various levels of management while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
• Keeps accurate and well documented records for internal/external auditing; strong written and oral communication skills.   
• Displays a cooperative and positive attitude toward members and CU staff.
• Technologically savvy, competent and able to use Microsoft products (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel), and software programs specific to the credit union’s accounting system and member account information.
• Results-driven, open-minded and self-starter that is able to manage multiple projects efficiently using available resources. 
• Works well independently and within a team. 

Compensation

At Horizon Credit Union, we believe in attracting and retaining talented team members who embody our CORE Values of Capability, Optimism, Responsibility and Empathy. Our pay values are reflected in our compensation philosophy which rewards individual performance and the potential to contribute to our teams’ overall success long-term.

The full pay range for this position across all the states in which we hire is $22.23-$33.35. The figures shown represent the minimum and maximum of the range for this role. Individual offers are made dependent upon a candidate’s experience, education, and skill level.

Benefits, Perks, and Other Good Stuff

We know there’s more to life than just a job. Our benefits are designed to help support our employees and their well-being. Take a look at what we have to offer:

· Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance for employees & their families

· Paid Group Life and Disability Insurance

· Employee Assistance Program

· Tuition Reimbursement Program

· 401K Retirement Savings

· Employer 401K Retirement Contributions & Matching upon eligibility

· Discretionary Annual Incentive Bonus based on eligibility criteria

· Paid Time Off per Full Calendar Year

o 10 hours of PTO per month

o Paid Birthday Holiday

o 2 Paid Wellness Days

o 24 hours of Paid Volunteer Time

o 11 Paid Holidays

· And More!

ABLE TO…

To perform the essential functions of this position an employee must be able to meet the following work place demands: ability to converse with others, detect sound, identify and detect objects, count, read, write, operate a computer, handle and feel objects, reach with hands/arms and be stationary and/or stand and/or move for long periods of time. Occasionally an employee will lift/pull/push and carry up to 25 to 50 pounds, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb and be able to maintain balance doing these activities. Position requires sound reasoning, good judgement and ability to apply knowledge toward work activities. The noise level is moderate and typical of a normal office environment. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Horizon Credit Union will provide reasonable accommodation/s to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, unless such accommodations would cause the employer an undue hardship. To request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

ABOUT THIS JOB DESCRIPTION

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential functions and minimum qualifications for this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Job descriptions are not intended nor do they create an employment contract and are subject to change at any time to accommodate business necessity. The Credit Union maintains its status as an at-will employer where applicable. In support of Horizon CU’s goals employees may perform other duties as assigned and all employees are expected to:

• Exemplify our CORE Values
• Promote teamwork and collaboration 
• Provide our members with the highest quality service