Sr. Financial Accountant

Address : 16430 Park Ten Place, Houston, Texas 77084

Role :

Oversees in managing the credit union's CUSO's including month end financials, elimination entries and reconciliations. Oversee processing, posting, and reconciling duties to record other business transactions and maintain accounting records. Perform tasks necessary to balance and update general ledger and subsidiary accounts and manage other accounting related duties as assigned.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities :

Oversee the daily accounting cycle, including month end financial statement process, journal entries, reconciliations and closing the month for FSCU subsidiaries. Monitor and reconcile assigned accounts on a regular basis by researching data and performing analyses.

Assists in preparation of daily / monthly Board reports, financial statements, ALCO and CUSO month end processes and any other special projects.

Assist in the preparation of the quarterly NCUA 5300 for review by the Controller.

Assist in the management of daily cash needs. Processes and post assigned transactions accurately and timely.

Assist department in all accounting related functions.

Performance Measurements :

1. Oversee accounting related aspects of various third-party partners.

2. Assist department in all accounting and deposit operations related functions.

3. To maintain a highly qualified staff, sufficient to meet long-term organizational goals.

4. Accept individual accountability and responsibility for success of FSCU which includes meeting assigned goals / projects.

5. Be able to work overtime, occasionally on Saturday.

6. Other job duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills :

Experience -  Five years to eight years of similar or related experience.

Education -  (1) A master's degree, or (2) a bachelor's degree plus professional certification (e.g., CPA).

Interpersonal Skills -  Work involves much personal contact with others inside and / or outside the organization for the purpose of first-level conflict resolution, building relationships, and soliciting cooperation. Discussions involve a higher degree of confidentiality and discretion, requiring diplomacy and tact in communication.

Other Skills -  Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products, including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook. Advanced leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality at all times. Must have a proactive attitude toward members, supervisors, co-workers and the credit union.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly scheduled to :

• Position self to move about the work area.
• Reach, grab, sort.
• Communicate in person and via telephone with others.
• Identify and recognize small font communication.
• Ability to transport a minimum of 10 pounds.