Whitefish Credit Union · 1 day ago
Accounting Manager
Kalispell, MT, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expWhitefish Credit Union is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee the day-to-day activities of the accounting department. The role involves managing a team of accountants, ensuring timely financial reporting, and assisting with regulatory compliance and audits.
BankingFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Ensures all transactions are posted to the general ledger in a timely manner and in accordance with the Credit Union’s policies and procedures, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and regulatory guidance
Oversees, reviews, and approves the preparation of periodic general ledger reconciliations, analysis of financial accounts, and preparation of journal entries
Manages monthly and annual general ledger closings, including the preparation and recording of monthly accruals
Conducts periodic financial budget variance analyses
Oversees the execution of certain tax related responsibilities of the Credit Union, including the review and timely payment of real estate taxes, preparation and filing of annual property tax returns, and preparation and payment of IRA withholding taxes
Assists VP / Controller with financial statement audits, regulatory exams, and other regulatory reports as needed
Participates in the development and execution of annual budgets and ongoing financial forecasts
Ensures effective financial internal controls for the department and the credit union. Continually evaluates established policies and procedures and recommends updates or modifications as necessary
Effectively manage time, resources, and personnel, with working knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, shift scheduling, training and performance evaluation
Review and approve staff timecards within prescribed timeline
Ensure that all staff comply with the 5-consecutive-days out-of-office policy
Participate in Whitefish Credit Union-sponsored and community-centered events
Serve as organizational role model, both on and off Whitefish Credit Union facility premises
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Proficiency with accounting and regulatory guidance
Ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and over the phone, with members, co-workers, external professionals, and senior management
Excellent organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
Possess and display a high level of interpersonal skills, including the development and maintenance of professional relationships
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Advanced understanding of clerical procedures, office equipment and computer systems, including recordkeeping and filing
Ability and willingness to go above and beyond expected work schedule to accomplish what is needed within assigned department(s) and the organization as a whole
Ability and willingness to pursue and obtain additional professional training and/or certifications as needed
Ability and willingness to travel to other branches
Ability to lift up to 15 lbs., with or without accommodation
Complete mandatory annual BSA training that includes Red Flag, Identity Theft, OFAC, CTR and SAR reporting and thresholds, as well as the safe keeping of member information, and passes any applicable tests
Follow all Whitefish Credit Union, Montana and Federal information privacy laws and guidelines
Protect Member and Whitefish Credit Union confidential information
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
5+ years on-the-job experience in an accounting environment
Preferred
3+ years of supervisory experience preferred
Financial institution experience preferred
Company
Whitefish Credit Union
Whitefish Credit Union is the largest credit union which focused on checking and savings accounts, car loans, personal loans & credit cards.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Scott Bolster
Senior Vice President/Chief Financial Officer
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