Minimum five years accounting experience, preferably in a financial institution
Thorough knowledge of accounting and finance concepts and principles
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) and accounting software; ability to learn new software
Basic knowledge of Credit Union products and services
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field, or equivalent work experience

Key requirements

Minimum five years accounting experience, preferably in a financial institution
Thorough knowledge of accounting and finance concepts and principles
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) and accounting software; ability to learn new software
Basic knowledge of Credit Union products and services
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field, or equivalent work experience

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Lead Accountant — Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States (on-site)

Overview: We are seeking a skilled Lead Accountant to support the financial operations of a credit union. This role focuses on accounts payable, payroll, reconciliations, cash processing, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

Daily and monthly cash reconciliations
Prepare government reports
Prepare financial statements for subsidiaries
Assist in investments of excess funds and postings
Process accounts payable, fixed assets and prepaid expenses
Process employee payroll, including insurance, tax withholdings, 401(k) contributions, and 457(b) distributions
Send and/or receive wire transfers
Amortize and balance monthly indirect lending activity
Balance and reconcile daily item processing cash letters
Process daily credit card settlements and perform monthly reconciliations
Balance general ledger accounts
Assist in month-end closings of SLFCU’s financial statements
Perform daily and monthly activity reconciliations
Promote service and sales culture by knowledge of products and referring members
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Minimum five years accounting experience, preferably in a financial institution
Thorough knowledge of accounting and finance concepts and principles
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) and accounting software; ability to learn new software
Basic knowledge of Credit Union products and services
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field, or equivalent work experience
Excellent interpersonal

About the role

Lead Accountant — Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States (on-site)

Overview: We are seeking a skilled Lead Accountant to support the financial operations of a credit union. This role focuses on accounts payable, payroll, reconciliations, cash processing, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

Daily and monthly cash reconciliations
Prepare government reports
Prepare financial statements for subsidiaries
Assist in investments of excess funds and postings
Process accounts payable, fixed assets and prepaid expenses
Process employee payroll, including insurance, tax withholdings, 401(k) contributions, and 457(b) distributions
Send and/or receive wire transfers
Amortize and balance monthly indirect lending activity
Balance and reconcile daily item processing cash letters
Process daily credit card settlements and perform monthly reconciliations
Balance general ledger accounts
Assist in month-end closings of SLFCU’s financial statements
Perform daily and monthly activity reconciliations
Promote service and sales culture by knowledge of products and referring members
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Minimum five years accounting experience, preferably in a financial institution
Thorough knowledge of accounting and finance concepts and principles
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) and accounting software; ability to learn new software
Basic knowledge of Credit Union products and services
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field, or equivalent work experience
Excellent interpersonal

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