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Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

GCS Credit UnionPontoon Beach, IL, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Company Profile

Revity Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial institution that exists for the sole purpose of serving our members. Like banks, credit unions accept deposits, make loans and provide a wide array of other financial services. But as member-owned and cooperative institutions, any profits made by credit unions are returned back to members in the form of reduced fees, higher savings rates and lower loan rates.

At Revity, we live by the credit union philosophy of "people helping people" and believe that you, as an employee of Revity, have the power to change lives. Building on our legacy of STRENGTH, we serve as a beacon for continuous revitalization while keeping the same heart, the same values, that has led us to become a pillar in the communities in which we have served for more than 80 years.

We hire individuals who have the same passion to help people and the strength to lead with integrity. As a full-time employee of the credit union, you are eligible for medical insurance; 100% credit union paid dental and vision insurance; long term and short- term disability insurance at no cost to you; free life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; and a generous match on the 401(k) plan.

Role

Lead the daily operations and management of the Accounting / Finance Department, including ensuring that reports, accounts, systems, policies and practices adhere to generally accepted accounting principles. Responsible to establish, coordinate and maintain an accounting system that properly reflects the financial position of the Credit Union. Ensures complete, accurate, and timely completion of financial and accounting records.

Duties

  • Oversees daily operations of the Accounting Department.
  • Prepares or oversees preparations of all financial, statistical, and accounting records of the Credit Union.
  • Hires, trains, directs and evaluates employee performance within the departments; recommends promotions, transfers and salary adjustments.
  • Monthly review of all General Ledger reconciliations.
  • Monitors cost control activities and improves and implements cost control strategies on an as needed basis.
  • Develops and implements policies to streamline Credit Union accounting procedures.
  • Complies with applicable laws and regulations pertaining to the credit union industry, following generally accepting accounting principles.
  • Works with auditors and examiners on year-end and comprehensive audits.
  • As a member of the Management Team, assists in the formulation and execution of Credit Union policies, objectives and programs.

Knowledge & Skills

  • Five to ten years of similar or related experience and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Financie or similar field.
  • The ability to motivate or influence others is a material part of the job, requiring a significant level of diplomacy and trust. Obtaining cooperation (internally and / or externally) is an important part of the job.
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