Accounting Manager

PLR Talent Forward provides HR and talent sourcing services to credit unions in North and South Carolinas.  We are pleased to partner with Champion Credit Union to assist with the identification of candidates for the position of Accounting Manager.  

About Champion Credit Union: 

Located in Canton, NC, Champion Credit Union is a leading financial institution that has served the WNC community for over 92 years. Champion is committed to providing personalized banking solutions, with a focus on the community and the financial well-being of our members, allowing them to experience more. The Accounting Manager position will play a key role in the credit union’s success by overseeing the financial reporting function, ensuring compliance with GAAP, managing departmental staff and performance, and maintaining accurate and timely financial records. This role supports effective decision-making through financial statement preparation, budget monitoring, and investment management while ensuring compliance with state, federal, and industry regulations.   

What you’ll do: 

• Team Leadership: Supervise and evaluate Accounting/Finance staff, providing coaching, performance evaluations, and training plans.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and deliver timely and accurate monthly financial statements, general ledger reconciliations, and accounting entries.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), OFAC, and the Patriot Act.
• Budgeting: Assist in preparing the annual budget and maintain variance reporting.
• Auditing: Collaborate with third parties during audits and examinations, and oversee the preparation of regulatory filings, including the quarterly Call Report.
• Operational Oversight: Oversee accounts payable, vendor management, fixed asset tracking, inventory management, and monthly reporting for branch accounting and product profitability.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Foster effective interdepartmental relationships and provide support for other departments as needed.

To Qualify for this position, You’ll Have: 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA preferred).
• Experience: Proven experience in financial reporting, team leadership, and accounting operations, preferably in a credit union or financial institution.
• Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and regulatory compliance.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills.
  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in our community.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit.  The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and talk or hear.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 lbs.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Able and willing to travel, and to work overtime as needed.

What to Expect Next:

After submitting your application, cover, and resume, our team will review your application to ensure you meet the qualifications.  Selected candidates of interest will be contacted via email to schedule a video interview.  

Salary : $60,000 - $90,000