Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst

Job Description

We are looking for an Accountant to join our team! You will be responsible for preparing and analyzing financial records for Rutgers Federal Credit Union (RFCU). This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation and assistance, along with assisting with the preparation of the budget and forecast activities. The person for this positon requires strong interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and examine accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports
• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure
• Develop and analyze reporting for business operations and budgets
• Prepares for audits, ensuring adherence to standard requirements
• Accurate and timely processing of accounts payables
• Ensure that the quarterly 5300 report is submitted accurately and on time
• Review documentation of the investments, prepare monthly and quarterly investment reports in accordance to Regulation
• Create new processes to improve financial efficiency
• Ensure accuracy of financial statements in accordance with GAAP and compliance to internal policies and procedures
• Report analysis and findings to management team

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in accounting
• Fundamental knowledge of GAAP
• Experience with current computer accounting programs and reporting tools
• Detail and deadline-oriented
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of financial institution accounting/finance processes, functions, and workflows
• Willingness to expand role as needed to gain greater knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Experience with Fiserv and/or Wisdom a plus

Salary commensurate with experience.

Rutgers Federal Credit Union (RFCU) is a cooperatively owned, not-for-profit financial institution, organized in 1954. Currently RFCU has over $86 million in assets and over 7,500 members use our services. RFCU member deposits are insured up to $250,000 by National Credit Union Insurance Fund (NCUSIF), a federal government agency.