The Accountant plays a key role in supporting the financial operations and overall fiscal health of the credit union. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing and reconciling general ledger accounts, assisting with financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements. This position requires a strong attention to detail, a high level of accuracy, and a commitment to confidentiality. A successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, a collaborative mindset, and a professional, high-quality approach to accounting that supports sound financial decision-making and organizational integrity.

Provide high priority to member satisfaction, in accordance with Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Unions service expectations.

Work with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll to record, post, and reconcile accounts; Perform general ledger account reconciliations from VISA daily settlements, ATMs, branches, and teller reports.

Reconciling accounts with notations of debits and credits that are not posted for assigned general ledger accounts; Balance and reconcile MSR and ATM balance sheets; Balance and post daily cash letter, process adjustments, coins, and TTL.

Generate monthly reconciliation summaries to resolve exceptions within the general ledger for review and approval.

Enter data into our accounting software to aid accounting efforts of the credit union by posting credit life and disability payments to member accounts

Enter and maintain accurate records, including ledgers, journals, receipts, and invoices

Process decoupled cards, claims, verification of deposits, and unclaimed property to include safety deposit boxes and member accounts.

Process Zero Balance Prime Share report monthly; Check and distribute daily courier work.

Process incoming member requests in a timely manner.

Ensure compliance with internal accounting procedures, local, state and federal reporting requirements.

Assist team members in other accounting functions and in preparation for annual audits.

For Accounts Payable: Prepare and process weekly check runs to include Court Checks, Lease Payments, and Kadince; Maintain AP outstanding check ledger; Capture proper approval from department management or executive team. Assist in other areas of AP as needed.

Bachelors degree in accounting or equivalent required.

2-3 years of experience required, with a preference in retail banking or at a credit union.

Excellent communication, time management, organizational, and analytical skills.

Strong knowledge of fundamental financial accounting principles, concepts, practices, and procedures.

Understanding of GAAP accounting principles.

Intermediate MS Excel understanding and applications: (xlookup, pivot tables, etc.)

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in entering financial data.

Proficient in 10-key typing and data entry.

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

PALMETTO CITIZENS FED CREDIT UNION (4040)

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