Accountant

Spokane Firefighters Credit Union

Job Title:                Accountant

Department:            Accounting
Reports To:              Controller
FLSA Status:            Non - Exempt

 

Position Purpose

The Accountant is responsible for performing, overseeing the financial accounting, and bookkeeping functions of the credit union, ensuring accurate financial records, compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and adherence to applicable regulatory requirements. The Accountant performs a variety of routine tasks necessary to balance and update the general ledger, maintains and reconciles daily cash accounts, and performs other accounting related duties. Responsibilities include performing a variety of accounting tasks, preparing various accounting reports, performing a variety of support duties to the accounting functions, research and special projects. This position supports the Controller with month‑end and year‑end close, reconciliations, financial reporting, audit and examination preparation, and continuous improvement of accounting processes.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

General & Professional Responsibilities

• Represent the Credit Union in a courteous, professional, and ethical manner.
• Maintain a positive and cooperative working relationship with members and co-workers.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and member information.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment.
• Comply with all Credit Union policies and procedures, including BSA, AML, and OFAC requirements.

 

Accounting & General Ledger

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments in accordance with GAAP.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close activities.
• Reconcile bank statements, cash accounts, investment accounts, and balance sheet accounts.
• Research, analyze, and resolve accounting discrepancies, cash imbalances, ACH exceptions, and returns.
• Process member wires and provisional credit.

 

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepares the monthly financial statements, supporting schedules, and management reports.
• Analyze financial data and explain variances, trends, and unusual activity.
• Support budget preparation and ongoing budget‑to‑actual analysis.
• Maintain accurate documentation to support all financial reporting.

 

Accounts Payable, Payroll & Asset Accounting

• Process and review accounts payable, including invoice verification and proper authorization.
• Reconcile corporate credit card (Visa) transactions.
• Assist with payroll accounting, benefits reconciliations, and related journal entries.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.

 

Compliance, Internal Controls & Audit Support

• Assist the Controller in ensuring compliance with GAAP, Accounting Standards Codification (ASC), internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain strong internal controls and proper segregation of duties.
• Assist with external audits, NCUA examinations, and regulatory reviews.
• Prepare audit schedules and respond to auditor and examiner requests.
• Participate in the development, review, and documentation of accounting policies and procedures in strict compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

 

Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Assist with accounting system maintenance, upgrades, and reporting enhancements.
• Maintain written documentation of accounting procedures and workflows.
• Take initiative to pursue ongoing training and professional development as assigned.

 

Collaboration & Support

• Collaborate closely with the Controller on higher‑level accounting functions and special projects.
• Provide accounting guidance and support to other departments as needed.
• Serve as backup for other accounting functions to ensure continuity of operations.

 

 

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, with demonstrated professional accounting experience.
• Minimum 2 years of professional accounting experience
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP
• Experience with reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and organizational skills
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel

Preferred

• Experience in a credit union or financial institution
• Familiarity with audits, examinations, and regulatory reporting
• Experience with core banking or financial reporting systems

 

Working Conditions

• On-site at the Credit Union during standard business hours
• Additional hours may be required during month‑end, year‑end, or audit periods.