Accounting Manager Job at REGIONAL federal credit union in Hammond

REGIONAL federal credit union, a leading provider of banking products and financial services serving Northwest Indiana, is looking for a Full‑Time Manager—Accounting and Cards to join our team at the Hammond location.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Accounting and Cards team to maximize productivity, efficiency and potential; assist in hiring, job assignment direction, performance monitoring, coaching, and training.
• Oversee accounting functions: AP, AR, cash flow, financial reporting, general ledger, ACH, Share Draft, Remote Deposit and Bill Pay processing.
• Develop, assess, and complete monthly department reports.
• Perform and oversee internal audit procedures (cash counts, teller drawer audits, account reviews, wire transfers, etc.).
• Develop, implement, and evaluate procedures for the Accounting and Cards department, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Ensure compliance with rules and regulations governing plastic cards; manage plastic card stock, monitor fraud reports, and communicate issues with the team.
• Review and evaluate credit/debit/ATM card applications and orders based on credit union policies; advise on authorizations exceeding established limits; review credit limit increases, name changes and card maintenance procedures.
• Validate general ledger reconciliation and Visa billings reconciliation; report concerns to the CEO.
• Track and report cash management; maintain daily branch teller cash totals, vault totals and miscellaneous items.
• Maintain a motivated, well‑trained team; evaluate performance regularly and resolve conflicts.
• Recommend and implement processes to streamline accounting and card procedures.
• Ensure cashier and teller transactions are courteous, efficient, cross‑sell services and meet weekly goal requirements.
• Send/receive member wire transfers, investment wires and Western Union wires.
• Cross‑train team duties, segregate responsibilities, hold periodic meetings, recommend improvements to leadership and keep the team up to date on trends and general credit union information.
• Support accounting and card operations; conduct special studies and projects per management; liaise with regulatory agency examiners and auditors; perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Accounting and/or Finance.
• 2+ years in accounting‑related field.
• 1–2 years general banking experience.
• 1–2 years management experience.
• Proven track record in creating a sales culture, achieving goals, and coaching teams.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail for accuracy.
• Working knowledge of MS Windows and Office products.

Traditional Career Path

Director of Accounting ► Vice President Accounting and Cards ► CFO

REGIONAL federal credit union provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Physical requirements: sitting and standing for extended periods, walking, reaching, occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, and extended computer monitor use.