Accounting Specialist - Military veterans preferred

Company Description

Since 1936 PenAir® Credit Union has been the catalyst where community, resources, and impact come together and produce a powerful force for good. We have a unique culture and we’re passionate about it. Grown from the values we hold most dear, three guiding principles shape how we see the people we serve, the community around us, and our role within it. These guiding principles are Respect, Service, and Communerosity® and they’re woven throughout our culture. 

PenAir is where people and community, resources and expertise align with your values to create real impact. Generational impact through strong financial education and support. We care about the things you care about. As the largest and oldest credit union in Pensacola, Florida, with more than $2.5 billion in assets, our purpose is to enhance the lives of those we serve from Mobile County, Alabama to Leon County, Florida. 

Careers
Do you have a passion for helping others?
Currently, PenAir provides access to 11 convenient locations in Baldwin County, AL and Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties in Florida. Join us and become a powerful force for good - after all we live, work, and play here too. 

Join the team. You’ll fit right in.
Take control of your future by mapping out a career at PenAir. Working with us means you can shape your professional experience to suit your dreams. We offer valuable resources that provide you the opportunity to build upon and strengthen your skills. Whether it be a career path in advising our members directly on products and services, guiding them through major purchase decisions on a home or vehicle, or even helping build the technology and processes behind the scenes, there is a place for everyone at Pen Air! Success looks different for everyone. Where will your journey take you? 

The PenAir difference.
Just like we strive to be a force for good at work, Pen Air works just as hard to supply employees with a total rewards package that includes competitive salaries and meaningful benefits.

Holistic Amenities:

• Up to $15K available for continuing education
• Student Loan Paydown
• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement
• Wellness Programs
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Formal Career Development Resources
• Financial Wellness Resources
• Purchase assistance with computers and fitness equipment.

Benefits Package Highlights:

• Generous PTO Plan—20 days for new hires
• Paid Maternal & Parental Leave
• Competitive Retirement Plan
• Competitive medical, dental & vision plans
• Company paid Telehealth services.
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• And more……….!

The starting pay for this role is $20.79/hour.

About the role:

Balances and maintains various general ledger accounts and subsidiaries to ensure the accounts are in balance with the appropriate control totals as well as maintains required accounting documentation and support. Analyzes and tracks data related to products and services offered through the credit union as well as prepares internal financial reports. Consistently demonstrates and performs up to the standards of the Pen Air Credit Union core competencies.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Balances various general ledger accounts and accounting applications such as but not limited to the following: Morning Work, Suspense Accounts, Corporate Statements, ATM/PTM's, Warranties, GAPS, Indirect GAPS PSCU MC Daily Settlements, Shared Branching, Return Cash Letters and Check 21.
• Compiles information prepares various weekly and monthly required reports and ensures accurate and timely delivery of reports to the appropriate department. Monitors, maintains and balances assigned weekly and monthly General Ledger accounts, prepare reconciliations, notify appropriate individuals of discrepancies as necessary to make corrections.
• Responsible for placing the orders for the cash order and coin deposits. Transmitting weekly Reg D Reports, monthly Ca$hlink as well as post vouchers from other departments/vendors such as: HR, Electronic Services and PHH.
• Address disputes/adjustments related to various applications such as ATM/PTM's, Shared Branching and Check Disputes. ACH and Share Drafts. Handles returned checks drawn on other financial institutions, employee payroll, cafeteria, accounts payable and bill
• Properly scans department documentation to ensure accuracy and future reference to information.
• Remain informed on the rules/regulations and policy changes for the following: OFAC, BSA/MLA, and the Patriot Act, NCUA, NACHA, Federal Reserve, ATM Networks, GAAP, etc.
• Assist with audit related issues, credit union and departmental projects.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three years to five years of similar or related experience, including preparatory experience.
• A two-year college degree, or completion of a specialized certification or licensing, or completion of specialized training courses conducted by vendors, or  job-specific skills acquired through an apprenticeship program. 
• A significant level of trust, credibility and diplomacy is required. In-depth dialogue, conversations and explanations with customers, direct and indirect reports and outside vendors can be of a sensitive and/or highly confidential nature. Communications may involve motivating, influencing, educating and/or advising others on matters of significance. Typically, it includes subject matter experts as well as first level to middle managers.

Other Skills:

• Able to operate a 10-key calculator by touch. 
• Knowledge and efficiency of how to use PC and spreadsheet software.
• Experienced and knowledgeable with accounting terms and processes.

This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position.