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Accounting Manager
Management
Clarksville, TN, US
Requisition ID:1033
**POSITION PURPOSE
**Responsible for the accounting operations of the credit union, under the guidance of the VP, Accounting. Oversees the staff responsible for general ledger, accounts payable, fixed asset, accounts receivable, branch statistical reporting, ATM balancing, and accounting information systems. Ensures accurate recording and reporting of the Credit Unions financial position. Monitors department policies and procedures and recommends improvements. Serves as a resource in all aspects of accounting. Assists the VP, Accounting in ensuring that accounting activities are in accordance with established legal, regulatory, and Credit Union procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES
Assumes responsibility for the effective and accurate completion of accounting recording and reporting functions.
Oversees preparation of daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual periodic financial records and reporting by accounting staff.
Ensures that external document submissions and filings (including tax items) are accurate and timely.
Reviews and approves journal entries, tasks, account reconciliations, check and ACH AP payments.
Ensures that records and reports are in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and government regulations.
Oversees the Credit Unions fixed asset portfolio to include depreciation schedules and cataloging of furniture, fixtures, and equipment.
Researches and resolves accounting errors and discrepancies.
Prepares regular reports and statements for management.
Develops, implements, and evaluates procedures to maximize efficiency of department functions.
Assists VP, Accounting in developing long and short-run operational/budgeting goals and objectives for the accounting department.
Acts as a backup to department staff and the VP, Accounting as required.
Effectively supervises the Department staff, ensuring optimal performance.
Provides leadership to Department personnel through effective objective setting, delegation, and communication. Conducts regular staff meetings.
Trains, coaches, and counsels and provides directives to direct reports, including monitoring of goals and objectives, managing day-to-day operational activities and performing annual performance reviews.
Provides support and assistance to Department personnel as needed.
Ensures that the quality and integrity of accounting services are maintained.
Provides day-to-day oversight responsibility for ensuring compliance with regulatory laws as they related to functions within the department to include Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laudering Act and USA Patriot Act compliance.
Assumes responsibility for the oversight of work related to external audits. Provides support for external audits/exams, and the needs of outside vendors.
Supports the VP, Accounting and CFO for external audit/exam requirements and requests.
Ensures that appropriate levels of confidentiality are maintained.
Helps promote positive business relations with outside vendors.
Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective communication and coordination with Credit Union personnel and management.
Aids and advises branch and department managers in handling accounting entries.
Coordinates functions with other departments to help ensure accurate accounting records.
Assists and supports Credit Union personnel. Responds to questions and information needs.
Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.
Attends and participates in all meetings, trainings, and committees as required
Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.
-Stays informed of trends and changes in the accounting and tax fields.
Completes special accounting projects as assigned
Participates in community and civic events to promote awareness of Credit Union in the community.
Ensures that department work area are assigned equipment are clean, secure, and well maintained.
Other duties as assigned by management.
Performance Measurements
Financial and accounting statements, records, and reports are accurate and timely. Management is provided with useful and informative reports and data. The Credit Unions financial position is accurately conveyed.
Appropriate department policies and procedures are developed and updated as needed.
Department functions are conducted in accordance with established principles, standards, and legal requirements.
Credit Union assets are safeguarded and preserved.
Department personnel are effective and efficient.
Positive business relations exist with auditors, government officials, and trade professionals.
Good coordination and effective working relations exist with other departments. Assistance is provided as needed.
Fortera Core Values are satisfactorily demonstrated.
Special Note: Fortera Federal Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, national origin, disability, pregnancy, geneticinformation, religious preference, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other trait protected by state or federal law.
Please be advised, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Skills/Abilities:
Strong supervisory and interpersonal skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills
Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational skills; attentive to detail.
Displays leadership and appropriate decision-making abilities. Able to exercise sound judgment.
Able to work independently, collaboratively as a team, and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Able to organize, coordinate, and direct team activities
Able to use PC equipment, related software and standard office equipment.
Professional appearance, dress, and attitude.
Able to meet deadlines and maintain an effective and efficient workflow.
Able to work well under pressure while always promoting a professional image of the Credit Union.
Regular and predictable attendance.
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
Bachelors degree in Accounting or business-related field or an equivalent combination of education and accounting experience.
Required Knowledge:
Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
Thorough industry accounting practices and procedures.
Thorough knowledge of governmental regulations and reporting requirements.
Knowledge of related auditing functions.
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