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Job Description Job Description Position Purpose and ObjectivesKey components of this position are to perform complex activities associated with maintaining general ledger accounts and reconciliation, processing credit card settlement, reconciling investments, prepare management reports and analysis, developing financial statements and related reporting, and backup duties as needed. Assist with cash forecasting, budgeting, external/internal audit and exam preparation. Accounting activities must be carried out in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Individual must be flexible and able to perform multiple tasks with minimal supervision. Position will perform other duties as assigned by the Controller.Major Duties and Essential FunctionsAssist with the compilation and analysis of financial information for internal and external reporting. Monthly financial statements and supplemental reports prepared for the Credit Union of Texas, Board of Directors, ALM Committee, and others as assigned. Assist with collecting data for the Quarterly Call Report.Preparing entries and posting. Reconciliation of assigned general ledger accounts. Assist with general ledger maintenance.Balance the outstanding corporate checks to the general ledger. Perform research as needed. Reconciles fixed asset and depreciation accounts. Reconciles prepaid asset accounts.Interpret and analyze data to prepare general ledger entries. Reconcile assigned accounts. Prepare various reporting schedules as needed.Assist with external and internal audits and examinations as requested.Daily reconciliation of Federal Reserve account. Balance the general ledger daily. Reconciliation of the settlement account for the ATM, Vault Cash, Speedpay, Bill Pay, and Credit Card activities. Prepare periodic regulatory reporting as required.Special projects as requested.Positions directly supervised : N/ASpecific knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position:Excellent knowledge of credit union policies and procedures.Good understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.Sound analytical and organization skills.Ability to use creativity and common sense to perform daily functions.Ability to effectively utilize new software programs to perform daily functions.Ability to operate software specific to the credit union's accounting system and member account information. Basic input, output, error correction, general ledger account structure knowledge essential to be able to perform the job.Strong computer skills to perform routine accounting tasks such as account reconciliation, balance inquiries and record updates. Proven experience working with spreadsheet and data with an intermediate to advanced knowledge of Excel.The ability to use data and information to make effective decisions.An ability to work individually on a project or in a team environmentGood judgment and discretion when dealing with sensitive topicsEducation : Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in finance/accounting from four-year college or university and/or equivalent experience and certifications.Experience : Minimum 3 years or more of similar or related experience.Physical Activities and Requirements of this PositionCATEGORYDESCRIPTIONFinger DexterityUsing primarily just the fingers to make small movements such as typing, picking up small objects, or pinching fingers together.GraspingUsing fingers and palm on an object.TalkingEspecially where one must frequently convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.Repetitive MotionsMovements frequently and regularly required using the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.Average HearingAble to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information.Average Visual AbilitiesAverage, ordinary, visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or products, or operate machinery.Sedentary WorkWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently talk or hear, sit, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands or arms. The employee will occasionally, stand and walk, climb or balance, and stoup, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee will occasionally lift and move up to 10 pounds.Working Conditions of this PositionDESCRIPTIONNone. No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.Mental Activities and Requirements of this PositionReasoning Ability: The ability to use common sense or logic.DetailedAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.Mathematical Ability: The level of ability required to perform math skills and operations.BasicAbility to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.Language Ability: The level of ability required to communicate and understand written and oral language.TypicalAbility to use passive vocabulary of 7,000-9,000 words; read at a fast-paced rate; and define unfamiliar words in dictionaries for meaning, spelling, and pronunciation. Ability to write moderate to complex documents. Ability to communicate in complex sentences, using normal word order with present and past tenses and strong vocabulary. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.Compliance requirementThe responsibilities contained within this job description remains compliant with Bank Secrecy Act / Anti-Money Laundering, Office of Foreign Assets Control and USA PATRIOT Act as they apply to the duties of the positionDisclaimerThe information in this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job, which may vary on the department or the assignment. The actual essential duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary by department, reporting structure and other business needs. No inference should be drawn that a specific job duty, responsibility or qualification is non-essential by its absence from this description.