Credit Union Senior Accounting Officer

Job Description

Job Description

Pima Federal Credit Union of Tucson, AZ is looking to hire a full-time Senior Accounting Officer . Do you have a strong work ethic, a positive outlook, and share in the credit union philosophy of "people helping people"? Do you have advanced accounting experience and enjoy supporting accurate financial reporting , compliance, and sound decision-making? Are you looking to take the next step in your accounting career with a stable, growing, and respected financial institution that values teamwork and integrity? If so, please read on!

SENIOR ACCOUNTING OFFICER

Our Senior Accounting Officers are responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the credit union's financial records and reporting. They oversee general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes, while ensuring compliance with GAAP, CECL, and regulatory requirements. They prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and support audits, regulatory examinations, and the annual budget processes.

The Senior Accounting Officer performs complex general ledger reconciliations involving investments, loans, fixed assets, accrued expenses, allowance accounts, and income calculations. They monitor and reconcile key balance sheet and income statement accounts and assist with the development, documentation, and improvement of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.

In addition, the Senior Accounting Officer provides financial analysis, variance analysis, and reporting to support management decision-making. They serve as a department lead by providing guidance, mentorship, and subject-matter expertise to accounting staff; collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve financial operations and efficiency. This role also acts as the primary contact with external auditors during annual fieldwork and serves as a backup to accounting management for select approval functions.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A SENIOR ACCOUNTING OFFICER

• Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance or equivalent work experience.
• Three years' accounting experience in a financial institution.
• Intermediate to expert level spreadsheet and database skills.
• Advanced to expert level experience with computers and software applications including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiar with automated general ledger system and financial reports.
• Ability to travel to different branch locations and various training or networking events.

Are you detail-oriented? Do you enjoy problem-solving and financial analysis? Are you dependable, honest, and collaborative? Do you enjoy mentoring others and contributing to a strong accounting team? If so, then you might be perfect for our Senior Accounting Officer position!

ABOUT PIMA FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

In 1951, sixteen teachers pooled together $84 in deposits and founded our credit union with the common purpose of helping people. To this day, our common purpose still exists. We're here for our members and we thrive by delivering on our value promise of smart, simple, personal . We have stayed true to our roots as a not-for-profit financial cooperative whose main focus is providing the highest possible value to our membership in the simplest way. We are about relationships and not transactions. We are proud to be an Arizona Daily Star Reader's Choice winner.

As a full-time employee, you are eligible for Pima Federal's robust benefits package including:

• Insurance:
  • Medical, dental, and vision - each benefit has a generous contribution from the credit union
  • 100% company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Access to other products such as two flexible spending account ( FSA ) options, critical illness insurance, accident coverage, and buy-up options on life insurance
• Retirement:
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • 100% company-funded pension plan
• Generous paid time off policies, including 11 paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Access to on-demand pay and one-on-one financial planning
• An award-winning wellness program
• Access to an on-site car repair service

In addition, you'll be part of Pima Federal's engaging culture , which includes employee appreciation events, paid volunteer time, and a healthy work-life balance. We are proud to have been recognized as a Top Workplace 2024! If this sounds like the next step in your financial industry career that you've been looking for, apply now!

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application .