Senior Financial Accountant at PROVIDENT CREDIT UNION

Redwood City, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

42.07

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounting Principles, Excel, Word Processing, Analytical Skills, Organizational Skills, Math Skills, General Ledger Reconciliation, Documentation Standards, Communication Skills, BSA Compliance, OFAC Compliance, Lease Accounting, Training, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Attention To Detail

Industry

Banking

Description

Job Details Job Location: Redwood City, CA 94065 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $32.93 - $42.07 Hourly SR. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT (Redwood City, CA) JOB SUMMARY This person reports to the Accounting Manager. The primary purpose of the job is to assist in all Accounting functions. This person will be responsible for balancing the daily activity of the Credit Union, compile the appropriate journal vouchers to post activity, research discrepancies and make appropriate adjustments. This person will reconcile, research and clear outstanding items in assigned General Ledger asset, liability and equity accounts. This person will also assist our service centers and internal departments to correct outages or open items which affect the General Ledger accounts. Why Provident? Provident Credit Union was established in 1950 and we rank among the top 10% of credit unions in the US. We believe having a culture that is accepting, supportive, diverse and inclusive makes us all better. Provident has been a Bay Area “Top Workplace” since 2017, and our employees rank us on Glassdoor as one of the best credit unions in the nation. Our values are: · Listen · Get Better · Do What’s Right Essential Functions: * Sound understanding of ASC 842 and working with both landlords and lease agreements in calculating lease liability and Right of Use Assets in accordance with GAAP.* Proven track record of filling documentation gaps, and being an example to the team for good documentation standards. • Compile data from internal and external reports, research discrepancies and post activity on a daily basis. • Balance and reconcile complex, assigned General Ledger accounts and post entries to clear balances on a monthly basis. • Provide support to all positions within Accounting Department during absences, vacations and high work volume periods. • Provide training to new and existing employees. • Establish, maintain and update procedures for applicable functions quarterly. • Assist in any other areas as requested by management. • Communicate any backlog or training issues to manager. • Provide excellent service to vendors, members and co-employees. • Be knowledgeable of all rules, regulations, policies and procedures as they pertain to the Accounting job responsibilities. • Performs other duties as assigned.• Excellent listening and speaking skills.• Excellent written communication skills.• Complete required BSA & OFAC training annually.• Understand and adhere to BSA and OFAC policy and procedures. Qualifications Education/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance Minimum 5 years of experience as financial accountant Proven knowledge of accounting principles. Proficiency with Excel or other spreadsheet software. Proficiency with Word or equivalent word processing software. Excellent analytical and organizational skills. Excellent math skills. Knowledge in all accounting areas This position is a strong support position to senior management of the organization who rely on the content and the accuracy of reports produced to make decisions. This person must work well both independently and as a team, and maintain good cooperative interaction with middle and senior management, and members of other departments Benefits you will enjoy: Quality medical, dental and vision care coverage 401(k) retirement plan with up to 150% matching employer contributions Strong commitment to investing in your career and educational advancement by offering up to 100% Tuition reimbursement for approved courses. Annual discretionary bonus Employee Referral bonus Generous paid time off and paid holidays Flexible spending accounts Short and long-term disability coverage Life and AD&D insurance Provident membership Rate discount on home and auto loans. Opportunity to use company owned condo in Maui and Lake Tahoe Pay Grade is P2. This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus twice a year. Targeted Base Pay $32.00 - 42.00/hr (depending on experience) Provident is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are a winner of the Bay Area News Group Top Workplace in 2017 - 2025. Check us out on Glassdoor.

Responsibilities

The Senior Financial Accountant will assist in all accounting functions, including balancing daily activities, compiling journal vouchers, and reconciling General Ledger accounts. They will also support service centers and internal departments to resolve discrepancies affecting the General Ledger.