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Staff Accountant​/Accounting Specialist

Job in Dudley, Worcester County, Massachusetts, 01571, USA
Listing for: Nichols College
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-12
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Accounting Manager, Financial Analyst
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Reporting, Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Accounting Manager, Financial Analyst
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Staff Accountant / Accounting Specialist

Recruitment began on March 6, 2026

and the job listing Expires on April 6, 2026

Full-Time Job Accounting, Data Analytics, Economics & Finance

Performs journal entries and account analysis to assist with period end closings. Facilitates cash transactions and monitors / reconciles cash accounts including maintenance and operation of account processing for all payable transactions. Perform branch variance analysis and reporting. Assists Accounting team with budget process implementation for the Credit Union. Special accounting projects relating to budgeting, IRS filing, audit support, as well as ad-hoc accounting projects as needed.

ESSENTIAL

FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES
  • Performs tasks to assist with period end closing, such as journal entry preparation and account reconciliations.
  • Monitor cash accounts and prepare daily entries as needed / investigate variances.
  • Point of contact for branches and departments for annual budgeting and understanding of variances.
  • Reconcile high transaction volume GL accounts such as ATM and coin machines, researching and resolving differences and subledger account reconciliations. Propose solutions to ATM differences aimed at getting the reconciliation to be owned at the branch level.
  • Review of daily Accounts Payable activity including verification, processing, and recording of invoices.
  • Timely processing of invoice payments through check disbursements, ACH, or wire transfers to uphold financial commitments and maintain strong vendor relationships
  • Resolve account discrepancies by investigating documentation; issuing stop payments or adjustments.
  • Prepare bi-weekly payroll journal entries and reconcile ledger differences.
  • Interface with external and internal auditors, and provide documentation relating to audit queries.
  • Participate with internal projects and implement process improvements aimed at increasing the efficiency of work flow.
  • Ensure transactions are properly authorized and in accordance with company policies.
  • Perform responsibilities of position in accordance with federal and state regulations, credit union policies and procedures, and ensure that transactions are authorized in compliance with CU policies.
  • Perform additional duties and special projects as requested.
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

Performance is measured against the core competencies as outlined by the position and against goals established by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

Associate’s degree, plus three to five years of related accounting experience, preferably in a banking environment or a comparable combination of education and experience.

Required knowledge:

Practical knowledge of accounting principles. This position requires that the employee gain a working knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) requirements and how they will affect their work. The employee will comply with all requirements of the BSA and cooperate with the designated BSA Officer in assuring compliance.

Skills/Abilities:

Excellent written, verbal communication and analytical skills, and vision of accounting as an integral service provider for the entire CU. Ability to project a professional appearance and positive attitude at all times. Must be open to challenge and risk taking within prudent constraints.

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