Senior Accountant

Place of work Vancouver
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Job description, work day and responsibilities

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or combination of education and equivalent experience
Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office applications
High degree of organization in both personal workload and in overseeing work performed by staff
Ability to meet a constant stream of deadlines
Superior analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
Must be 18 or older to apply
Benefits
Best in Business Award / Vancouver Business Journal: 2013-2024
Corporate Philanthropy Award / Portland Business Journal: 2017-2024
100% paid Medical, Dental, Vision for employee - eligible the 1st of the month following hire date
Accrued PTO, Accrued Extended Sick Time and 11 Paid Bank Holidays
401k Match- 100% match up to 6% employee contribution
a Hybrid home office option in Vancouver, Washington or Portland, Oregon only: can be considered after on-site training has been completed and all home office requirements are met
Tuition Assistance
And More!
$78,000.00 - $88,000.00/ year
Back Office Incentive potential
Responsibilities
Leadership Philosophy: Leaders at Columbia CU inspire enthusiasm and accountability that drive our mission
Leaders build engagement and communicate honestly and openly
By rallying everyone around our shared vision, Leaders model and expect the best from individuals and teams
Administer and be responsible for all accounting functions within the credit union
Maintain a thorough knowledge of accounting control/procedures in relation to GAAP (General Accepted Accounting Principles)
Must be continually alert for improving efficiencies in the Finance department and communication/deliverables to other departments
Complete a variety of month end close processes - including but not limited to general ledger account analysis and adjusting journal entries, depreciation and amortization, dual control validation, and department close meeting presentation
Manage fixed asset program monthly, as well as bi-annual credit union-wide audit
Produce a variety of monthly and quarterly financial reports for the Senior Executive Team, Board of Directors, and other Committees/Departments under direction of VP Controller
Prepare financial performance analysis narrative in conjunction with periodic financial reports
Prepare quarterly regulatory documentation and submission, adhering to updates as they occur
Prepare year end audited financial statements
Prepare annual tax returns – inclusive of data compilation, UBIT calculations, and overall review
Provide segregation function by reviewing reconciliation for areas of operation within the credit union
Reconcile general ledgers assigned by VP Controller
Review general ledgers for accuracy of charges to accounts based on department and budget categorization
Assist the day-to-day functions of the Finance department, as assigned by the VP Can be assigned as primary responsibility for duties in addition to serving as backup during an employee absence
Analyze complex financial reports and records
Perform research and analysis of financial activity and trends
Manage financial aspect for all department and corporate projects
Abide by credit union policies and department procedures, updating any that are assigned by the VP Controller
Assist with organizational & product cost detail development
Assist with preparation of annual budget – including specific budget assignments, point of contact for other departmental budgeters, and research/analysis support
Participate in department and corporate projects as needed
Attend CECL Committee meetings and prepare meeting minutes
Provide backup to VP Controller, GL Accountant, and Accountant I as needed
Provide cross-training and mentorship to other Finance team members
Job description
About Columbia Credit Union

Columbia CU is a full-service financial institution with $2.3 billion in assets, over 100k members and we pride ourselves in our commitment to “Making Life Better” in the communities we serve. Since 1+52, our commitment toward “Making Life Better” has earned us accolades and we are honored to be the recipient of several local community recognitions:
• Best of Clark County Award / The Columbian: 2008-2024
• Best in Business Award / Vancouver Business Journal: 2013-2024
• Corporate Philanthropy Award / Portland Business Journal: 2017-2024

Columbia CU Guiding Principles

Vision: The most trusted, respected, and sought-after financial institution, providing innovative solutions and support for our employees, members, and communities we serve.

Mission: Bringing people together to make life better for themselves and their communities.

Value Proposition: Earning your trust with knowledgeable people and digital options so you can bank “Columbia” how and when you want.

Leadership Philosophy: Leaders at Columbia CU inspire enthusiasm and accountability that drive our mission. Leaders build engagement and communicate honestly and openly. By rallying everyone around our shared vision, Leaders model and expect the best from individuals and teams.

Core Values

People - We have a passion for helping each other and our members.

Community - We have a passion for contributing to the success and growth of the communities we serve.

Financial Wellness - We have a passion for providing the financial education, tools and assistance that create financial wellness and stability for our organization, each other, our members and the communities we serve.

Benefits
• 100% paid Medical, Dental, Vision for employee - eligible the 1st of the month following hire date
• Accrued PTO, Accrued Extended Sick Time and 11 Paid Bank Holidays
• 401k Match- 100% match up to 6% employee contribution
• a Hybrid home office option in Vancouver, Washington or Portland, Oregon only: can be considered after on-site training has been completed and all home office requirements are met.
• Tuition Assistance
• And More!

About The Role

Administer and be responsible for all accounting functions within the credit union. Maintain a thorough knowledge of accounting control/procedures in relation to GAAP (General Accepted Accounting Principles). Must be continually alert for improving efficiencies in the Finance department and communication/deliverables to other departments.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Period End
• Complete a variety of month end close processes - including but not limited to general ledger account analysis and adjusting journal entries, depreciation and amortization, dual control validation, and department close meeting presentation.
• Manage fixed asset program monthly, as well as bi-annual credit union-wide audit.
• Produce a variety of monthly and quarterly financial reports for the Senior Executive Team, Board of Directors, and other Committees/Departments under direction of VP Controller.
• Prepare financial performance analysis narrative in conjunction with periodic financial reports.
• Prepare quarterly regulatory documentation and submission, adhering to updates as they occur.
• Prepare year end audited financial statements.
• Prepare annual tax returns – inclusive of data compilation, UBIT calculations, and overall review.
• Provide segregation function by reviewing reconciliation for areas of operation within the credit union.

General Ledgers
• Reconcile general ledgers assigned by VP Controller.
• Review general ledgers for accuracy of charges to accounts based on department and budget categorization.

Daily Responsibilities
• Assist the day-to-day functions of the Finance department, as assigned by the VP Can be assigned as primary responsibility for duties in addition to serving as backup during an employee absence.
• Analyze complex financial reports and records.
• Perform research and analysis of financial activity and trends.
• Manage financial aspect for all department and corporate projects.
• Abide by credit union policies and department procedures, updating any that are assigned by the VP Controller.

Secondary Responsibilities
• Assist with organizational & product cost detail development.
• Assist with preparation of annual budget – including specific budget assignments, point of contact for other departmental budgeters, and research/analysis support.
• Participate in department and corporate projects as needed.
• Attend CECL Committee meetings and prepare meeting minutes.
• Provide backup to VP Controller, GL Accountant, and Accountant I as needed.
• Provide cross-training and mentorship to other Finance team members.

REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or combination of education and equivalent experience
• Five (5) years of progressive accounting experience; preferred emphasis in financial industry.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• High degree of organization in both personal workload and in overseeing work performed by staff.
• Ability to meet a constant stream of deadlines.
• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

COMPENSATION
• $78,000.00 - $88,000.00/ year
• Back Office Incentive potential

Columbia Credit Union follows all required COVID 1+ health protocols

Equal Opportunity Employer/AA

Must be 18 or older to apply

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Offer ID: #1027258, Published: 5 days ago, Company registered: 8 months ago

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