Manager of Accounting Services

Manager of Accounting Services

Full Time (40 Hours)

Headquarters

630 Trade Center Dr

Las Vegas, NV 89119

PURPOSE:

The Primary purpose of this position is to assist Silver State Schools Credit Union to live out its Mission, "Excellent Member Service and Financial Solutions - For Life," by providing outstanding service to both members and internal members. Develop a highly effective team of employees to their highest potential through coaching and leadership. Responsible for ensuring that outstanding service is delivered to both internal and external members. A key component of this service is to identify the financial needs of the member and recommend an appropriate credit union solution.

• To deliver service in alignment with our Service Commitments
  • I will earn respect and build trust by acting with integrity in every situation.
  • I will understand my role in supporting the team to achieve our purpose.
  • I will focus on people over products and build lasting relationships.
  • I will take ownership and accept responsibility.
  • I will treat my coworkers with the same high standards as I treat my member.
  • I will continuously look for ways to improve myself, my credit union, and my community.
  • I will accept there is no "they." We are one working toward the same mission.
  • I will commit to the core values

• Develop each employee to their highest potential by identifying their areas for improvement and appropriately coaching, training or correcting the employees' performance.
• Recognize employees who perform at a high level.
• Hold employees accountable for their performance, attitude and behavior.
• Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well. Effectively influences actions and opinions of others.
• Meet with each employee monthly to review previous month's performance, set goals for upcoming month's performance and develop plans to improve employee's performance.
• Demonstrate enthusiastic support of corporate mission, core values and long-term objectives.
• Performs job duties within our bylaws, regulations, Board of Directors policies, established internal and external service standards and our work procedures.
• Train and supervise branch staff. Assign, direct, coordinate and review work performed by staff.
• Maintains a highly motivated, well-trained staff maintaining effective employee relations.

SUMMARY:

Directs the development, implementation, and maintenance of accounting practices that result in providing a comprehensive accounting system. Ensures that all accounting records, policies, and procedures are in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Performs a variety of professional accounting duties including preparation of the accounting department budget, controlling the accounting records and maintaining and preparing a variety of financial reports and analyses to assist management in making prudent financial decisions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Prepares all required/scheduled reports which summarize and forecast the Credit Union's business activity and financial position in areas of assets, liabilities, equity, income, expenses, and earnings based on past, present, and expected operations, including the monthly Board report.
• Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions.
• Recommends policies, establishes, modifies documents, and coordinates implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures.
• Updates and/or maintains the ALM Module and the Accounting Department budget.
• Assists with the Accounting Department's portion of the Credit Union Strategic Plan.
• Advises management on desirable operational adjustments due to regulatory change, current economic issues, and related matters that may impact the financial stability and soundness of the credit union.
• Manages all banking activities, including the Federal Reserve Bank, Federal Home Loan Bank, Catalyst, and investment accounts. This includes balancing, fund transfers, regulatory changes, and payments for expenses and asset purchases.
• Responsible for maintaining and processing accounts payable and ensuring that items are processed and paid in an accurate and timely manner.
• Responsible for processing of cost center (branch) accounting.
• Responsible for the maintenance and accounting of the Fixed Asset system, including proper accounting of depreciation and prepaids.
• Maintains record retention system.
• Serve as a back-up on ALM Model.
• Working with and providing the requested information from and responses to the external financial auditors for the annual financial statements.
• Working with and providing the requested information from and responses to the regulatory exams from the Nevada Financial Institutions Division (Nevada FID) and American Share Insurance (ASI).
• Assists with the preparation of the People Over Profit (POP) Foundation financial statements.
• Prepares Regulatory Reports, including the Call Report and FR 2900 Report.
• Prepares and reconcile Investor Reports and Remittances for Loan Pool Sale Participations and Loan Pool Purchase Participations.
• Special projects, research, analysis or other duties as assigned by the VP/Controller.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

Financial statements and all supporting information must be accurate, in balance, prepared on a timely basis, preferably within four working days of the prior month-end, and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and applicable regulation. Must be able to communicate well with subordinates and other credit union employees and demonstrate leadership ability. A professional attitude and appearance is vital to the success of this position. Must be able to delegate responsibilities and supervise employees to achieve goals in an efficient manner. Must have a complete understanding of computer and accounting functions and be able to provide solutions to problems of the accounting staff as needed.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

A college degree in accounting plus 5-8 years of experience and a minimum of two years supervisory experience in a financial institution of a similar or larger size. A CPA degree is desirable plus the ability to lead and supervise others. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with others is essential.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, Board of Directors, members, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license desirable.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Ability to operate a personal computer. Familiarity with credit union accounting terminology and standards. Familiarity with credit union system terminology and acronyms. Ability to utilize word processing and spreadsheets.

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 accommodations 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, talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, and/or tools. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

The mental demands necessary to competently perform this job include the continuous need to be alert and resourceful in solving problems; and to exercise a degree of patience and initiative in performing the job duties.

**ONLY FULLY COMPLETED APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED**

***SEE RESUME ON APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED***

****SSSCU IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER****

Salary : $99,731 - $107,079