Heritage Financial Credit Union · 2 months ago
Staff Accountant - Newburgh, NY
Newburgh,NY,US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$28/hr - $35/hr
3+ years expHeritage Financial Credit Union is a member-owned financial institution committed to helping members achieve their financial goals. They are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to perform journal entries, account analysis, and support the accounting team in various financial operations and projects.
BankingFinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Performs tasks to assist with period end closing, such as journal entry preparation and account reconciliations
Monitor cash accounts and prepare daily entries as needed / investigate variances
Point of contact for branches and departments for annual budgeting and understanding of variances
Reconcile high transaction volume GL accounts such as ATM and coin machines, researching and resolving differences and subledger account reconciliations
Propose solutions to ATM differences aimed at getting the reconciliation to be owned at the branch level
Review of daily Accounts Payable activity including verification, processing, and recording of invoices
Timely processing of invoice payments through check disbursements, ACH, or wire transfers to uphold financial commitments and maintain strong vendor relationships
Resolve account discrepancies by investigating documentation; issuing stop payments or adjustments
Prepare bi-weekly payroll journal entries and reconcile ledger differences
Interface with external and internal auditors, and provide documentation relating to audit queries
Participate with internal projects and implement process improvements aimed at increasing the efficiency of work flow
Ensure transactions are properly authorized and in accordance with company policies
Perform responsibilities of position in accordance with federal and state regulations, credit union policies and procedures, and ensure that transactions are authorized in compliance with CU policies
Perform additional duties and special projects as requested
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree, plus three to five years of related accounting experience, preferably in a banking environment or a comparable combination of education and experience
Practical knowledge of accounting principles
This position requires that the employee gain a working knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) requirements and understanding of how this affects their work
General Ledger/Reporting experience
Intermediate level Excel/Word
Excellent written and verbal communication and analytical skills
Vision of accounting as an integral service provider for the entire Credit Union
Ability to project a professional appearance and positive attitude at all times
Must be open to challenge and risk taking within prudent constraints
Benefits
Incentives and Merit Increases
Paid Time Off & Paid Federal Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts/HSA
401(k) with Employer Match
Educational Assistance
Paid Time to Volunteer
Company
Heritage Financial Credit Union
Heritage Financial Credit Union provides Auto Loans, Retirement Services, Investment Services, Personal Loans & Credit Cards services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$3.72MKey Investors
Community Development Financial Institutions Fund
2023-04-10Grant· $3.72M
Leadership Team
Michael Ciriello
President/CEO
Jonathan Shakelton
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
The Pike County Courier
2024-05-23
Mid Hudson News
2024-05-23
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