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The Accounting Manager
is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the accounting department, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, and managing the general ledger. This role provides supervision to accounting staff, ensures compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements, prepares financial statements and reports, and supports Senior Leadership in strategic financial planning. The Accounting Manager plays a key leadership role in maintaining strong internal controls, facilitating audits, and driving process improvements.
Responsibilities
Oversee the daily operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll post entries
Supervise and develop accounting staff, providing training, coaching, and performance evaluations
Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
Maintain compliance with GAAP, NCUA regulations, and credit union policies
Assist Senior Leadership in preparing annual budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis
Manage and maintain accurate records for all financial transactions and ensure the integrity of the general ledger
Serve as a liaison for external auditors and examiners, providing required documentation and explanations
Evaluate and improve accounting processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal control compliance
Support regulatory reporting requirements such as 5300 Call Reports
Monitor asset and liability accounts and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies
Lead or support financial projects, system conversions, and process enhancements
Manage the calculation of Allowance for Credit Losses using the Continued Expected Credit Losses (CECL) model
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or advanced degree preferred)
5+ years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including supervisory experience
Strong understanding of GAAP and credit union or financial institution accounting standards
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software systems
Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a team
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial personnel
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a credit union or similar regulated financial institution
Knowledge of NCUA regulatory reporting requirements and 5300 Call Reports
Experience with accounting system implementation or upgrades (e.g., Fiserv, Jack Henry, QuickBooks, Enterprise)
Additional Expectations
Standard office environment with periodic extended hours, such as during month-end and year-end reporting
Ability to sit for extended periods and perform tasks using a computer
Occasional travel may be required for training or audits
The listed job location is in the Northwest Indiana region and may be subject to change.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries: Banking
Highland, IN
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is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the accounting department, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records, and managing the general ledger. This role provides supervision to accounting staff, ensures compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements, prepares financial statements and reports, and supports Senior Leadership in strategic financial planning. The Accounting Manager plays a key leadership role in maintaining strong internal controls, facilitating audits, and driving process improvements.
Responsibilities
Oversee the daily operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll post entries
Supervise and develop accounting staff, providing training, coaching, and performance evaluations
Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
Maintain compliance with GAAP, NCUA regulations, and credit union policies
Assist Senior Leadership in preparing annual budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis
Manage and maintain accurate records for all financial transactions and ensure the integrity of the general ledger
Serve as a liaison for external auditors and examiners, providing required documentation and explanations
Evaluate and improve accounting processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal control compliance
Support regulatory reporting requirements such as 5300 Call Reports
Monitor asset and liability accounts and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies
Lead or support financial projects, system conversions, and process enhancements
Manage the calculation of Allowance for Credit Losses using the Continued Expected Credit Losses (CECL) model
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or advanced degree preferred)
5+ years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including supervisory experience
Strong understanding of GAAP and credit union or financial institution accounting standards
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software systems
Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a team
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial personnel
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a credit union or similar regulated financial institution
Knowledge of NCUA regulatory reporting requirements and 5300 Call Reports
Experience with accounting system implementation or upgrades (e.g., Fiserv, Jack Henry, QuickBooks, Enterprise)
Additional Expectations
Standard office environment with periodic extended hours, such as during month-end and year-end reporting
Ability to sit for extended periods and perform tasks using a computer
Occasional travel may be required for training or audits
The listed job location is in the Northwest Indiana region and may be subject to change.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries: Banking
Highland, IN
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