Accounting Clerk

Responsible for providing accounting and clerical support to Accounting Operations personnel. Prepares and posts accounting entries, balancing daily work and accounts payable. Assists accounting personnel as requested.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES 1.

Assumes responsibility for performing assigned accounting and related clerical support functions. a. Maintains files, including preparing and posting general ledger journal vouchers, accounts payable documentation, and other miscellaneous filings. b. Record investment activity and assist in preparing and approving wires. c. Completes required records and reports and maintains files. Creates expense reports as assigned. d. Daily balancing to the general ledger system, and daily review of GL Balances. e. Reconciles general ledger accounts as assigned. f. Post, Fill and Balance CU ATM's. g. Assist with all tax reporting requirements. h. Reconcile daily and monthly corporate draft account, corporate account and ATM reconciliations. i. Maintain document storage and assist in other duties as needed. j. Assist in processing & balancing daily ACH, Draft, & Billpay posting files. k. Completes accounting functions in accordance with established Credit Union policies and procedures. 2. Assumes responsibility for effectively researching, tracking, and resolving (or properly referring) accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies. 3. Assumes responsibility for the timely and accurate generation of reports. a. Performs data entry and retrieval correctly and in accordance with established procedures. b. Generates database reports. c. Generates month-end, quarterly, and other statements and records. d. Maintains historical records and reports. e. Generates reports to members. f. Stores pertinent Credit Union reports credit union imaging system. 4. Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective communication and coordination with Credit Union personnel and with management. a. Maintains regular contact with other departments to obtain and convey information and/or to correct transactions. b. Assists within Accounting Department and other credit union departments as needed. c. Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems. d. Attends and participates in meetings as required. 5. Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned. a. Ensures that work area is clean, secure, and well maintained. b. Completes special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required. c. Projects and maintains the Credit Union's professional reputation. d. Preserves confidentiality of Credit Union records.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS 1.

Accounting documents, records, and reports are prepared, maintained, and typed accurately and in a timely manner. 2. Department files are appropriately maintained. 3. Account reconciliations are correct and completed in a timely manner. 4. Good communication and coordination exist with Credit Union personnel. Assistance and support are provided as needed. 5. Management is appropriately informed of area activities. 6. Accounting functions are completed in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. 7. Maintains highest level of confidentiality.

Benefit Opportunities:

401(k) with employer matching contribution, Dental Insurance, Employee assistance program, Employee loan rate discount, Employee referral program, Health Insurance, Holiday pay, Investment consulting, Long-term disability insurance, Life and AD&D insurance, Paid bereavement leave, Paid parental leave, Paid time off (personal, PTO, sick, vacation), Professional development assistance, Short-term disability insurance, Tuition reimbursement, Vision insurance

Other Compensation Opportunities:

Goal-based Organizational Annual Bonus Job & Pay Type:

Full-time, Non-Exempt Pay Range:

$17.86-26.79/hour

Pay Frequency:

Bi-weekly

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

High school graduate or GED required. Associates Degree in related field required or 2 years previous accounting experience. Bachelors degree or related experience preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

: Knowledge and experience with spreadsheet software required. Basic accounting knowledge is required. Advance accounting knowledge is preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Previous Credit Union experience a plus. Proficient keyboarding skills required.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

Attentive to detail and accuracy. Ability to follow direction. Well organized. Must have proficient math and analytical skills for problem solving. Cooperative and willing to assist others. Able to use computer applications, adding machine, and telephone.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION FINGER DEXTERITY

Using primarily just the fingers to make small movements such as typing, picking up small objects, or pinching fingers together.

TALKING:

Especially where one must frequently convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.

AVERAGE HEARING

Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information.

REPETITIVE MOTION

Movements frequently and regularly required using the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

AVERAGE VISUAL ABILITIES

Average, ordinary visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or products or operate machinery.

PHYSICAL STRENGTH

Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally. (Almost all office jobs.)

WORKING CONDITIONS NONE

No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions (such as in a typical office).

MENTAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved instructions and to deal with problems involving a few variables.

MATHEMATICS ABILITY

Ability to perform basic math skills and to use decimals to compute ratios and percents, and to draw and interpret graphs.

LANGUAGE ABILITY

Ability to use passive vocabulary of 5-6,000 words; to read at a slow rate; define unfamiliar words in dictionaries for meaning, spelling, and pronunciation. Ability to write complex sentences, using proper punctuation, adjectives, and adverbs. Ability to communicate in complex sentences; using normal word order with present and past tenses; and using a good vocabulary. SOCU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will give consideration to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, order of protection status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or unfavorable discharge from military service as those terms are defined in Section 1- 103 of the Illinois Human Rights Act (775 ILCS 5/1-103). Accounting Clerk 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 912 North Shabbona Street, Streator, IL 61364 $17.86 - $26.79 an hour - Full-time Streator Onized Credit Union 48 reviews $17.86 - $26.79 an hour - Full-time Responsible for providing accounting and clerical support to Accounting Operations personnel. Prepares and posts accounting entries, balancing daily work and accounts payable. Assists accounting personnel as requested.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES 1.

Assumes responsibility for performing assigned accounting and related clerical support functions. a. Maintains files, including preparing and posting general ledger journal vouchers, accounts payable documentation, and other miscellaneous filings. b. Record investment activity and assist in preparing and approving wires. c. Completes required records and reports and maintains files. Creates expense reports as assigned. d. Daily balancing to the general ledger system, and daily review of GL Balances. e. Reconciles general ledger accounts as assigned. f. Post, Fill and Balance CU ATM's. g. Assist with all tax reporting requirements. h. Reconcile daily and monthly corporate draft account, corporate account and ATM reconciliations. i. Maintain document storage and assist in other duties as needed. j. Assist in processing & balancing daily ACH, Draft, & Billpay posting files. k. Completes accounting functions in accordance with established Credit Union policies and procedures. 2. Assumes responsibility for effectively researching, tracking, and resolving (or properly referring) accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies. 3. Assumes responsibility for the timely and accurate generation of reports. a. Performs data entry and retrieval correctly and in accordance with established procedures. b. Generates database reports. c. Generates month-end, quarterly, and other statements and records. d. Maintains historical records and reports. e. Generates reports to members. f. Stores pertinent Credit Union reports credit union imaging system. 4. Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective communication and coordination with Credit Union personnel and with management. a. Maintains regular contact with other departments to obtain and convey information and/or to correct transactions. b. Assists within Accounting Department and other credit union departments as needed. c. Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems. d. Attends and participates in meetings as required. 5. Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned. a. Ensures that work area is clean, secure, and well maintained. b. Completes special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required. c. Projects and maintains the Credit Union's professional reputation. d. Preserves confidentiality of Credit Union records.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS 1.

Accounting documents, records, and reports are prepared, maintained, and typed accurately and in a timely manner. 2. Department files are appropriately maintained. 3. Account reconciliations are correct and completed in a timely manner. 4. Good communication and coordination exist with Credit Union personnel. Assistance and support are provided as needed. 5. Management is appropriately informed of area activities. 6. Accounting functions are completed in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. 7. Maintains highest level of confidentiality.

Benefit Opportunities:

401(k) with employer matching contribution, Dental Insurance, Employee assistance program, Employee loan rate discount, Employee referral program, Health Insurance, Holiday pay, Investment consulting, Long-term disability insurance, Life and AD&D insurance, Paid bereavement leave, Paid parental leave, Paid time off (personal, PTO, sick, vacation), Professional development assistance, Short-term disability insurance, Tuition reimbursement, Vision insurance

Other Compensation Opportunities:

Goal-based Organizational Annual Bonus Job & Pay Type:

Full-time, Non-Exempt Pay Range:

$17.86-26.79/hour

Pay Frequency:

Bi-weekly

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

High school graduate or GED required. Associates Degree in related field required or 2 years previous accounting experience. Bachelors degree or related experience preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

: Knowledge and experience with spreadsheet software required. Basic accounting knowledge is required. Advance accounting knowledge is preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Previous Credit Union experience a plus. Proficient keyboarding skills required.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

Attentive to detail and accuracy. Ability to follow direction. Well organized. Must have proficient math and analytical skills for problem solving. Cooperative and willing to assist others. Able to use computer applications, adding machine, and telephone.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION FINGER DEXTERITY

Using primarily just the fingers to make small movements such as typing, picking up small objects, or pinching fingers together.

TALKING:

Especially where one must frequently convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.

AVERAGE HEARING

Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information.

REPETITIVE MOTION

Movements frequently and regularly required using the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

AVERAGE VISUAL ABILITIES

Average, ordinary visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or products or operate machinery.

PHYSICAL STRENGTH

Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally. (Almost all office jobs.)

WORKING CONDITIONS NONE

No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions (such as in a typical office).

MENTAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved instructions and to deal with problems involving a few variables.

MATHEMATICS ABILITY

Ability to perform basic math skills and to use decimals to compute ratios and percents, and to draw and interpret graphs.

LANGUAGE ABILITY

Ability to use passive vocabulary of 5-6,000 words; to read at a slow rate; define unfamiliar words in dictionaries for meaning, spelling, and pronunciation. Ability to write complex sentences, using proper punctuation, adjectives, and adverbs. Ability to communicate in complex sentences; using normal word order with present and past tenses; and using a good vocabulary. SOCU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will give consideration to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, order of protection status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or unfavorable discharge from military service as those terms are defined in Section 1- 103 of the Illinois Human Rights Act (775 ILCS 5/1-103).