UNFCU · 12 hours ago
Accountant
US-NY-Long Island City
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $90K/yr
3+ years expUNFCU is a global not-for-profit financial institution that serves the UN community. They are seeking an Accountant to manage financial transactions and ensure compliance with internal controls while supporting audit requests and preparing financial reports.
AccountingFinanceFinancial ExchangesFinancial ServicesMobile AppsPayments
Responsibilities
Analyze, document, and review financial transactions to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with internal controls
Support audit requests and prepare ad hoc financial reports as needed
Collaborate with team members to continuously improve processes and strengthen internal controls
Manage end-to-end accounting operations including Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Lease Accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, vendor maintenance, and payment processing in compliance with company policies and controls
Prepare monthly reporting packages, support AP reporting, and continuously analyze and improve accounting processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
Update the credit union’s Accounting Procedures Manual as required or requested
Support internal, external, and regulatory audits (NCUA, CPA, internal) by performing reconciliations, monitoring transactions, and contributing to the effectiveness of internal controls
Provide ad hoc analyses, assist team members as needed, and perform additional duties to support overall accounting and operational objectives
Ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations and UNFCU’s Code of Ethics & Business Conduct
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting
3-5 years of accounting experience in banking or financial services
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices (GAAP), including accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, amortization, consolidations, and internal control best practices
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with the ability to improve workflows, validate data, and perform detailed financial analysis with high accuracy
Excellent critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to collaborate across teams, manage multiple priorities, and consistently meet deadlines
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience with Accounts Payable
Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Experience creating and preparing financial reports
Preferred
Banking or credit union experience preferred
Company
UNFCU
UNFCU financial products and services company.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Janice Ong
VP Payments Experience
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