Senior Accountant

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🗽 New York – Remote

🗽 New York – Remote

💵 $71.6k - $116.5k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

💲 Accountant / Accounting

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Municipal Credit Union

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501 - 1000 employees

Founded 1916

🛡️ Insurance

⚖️ Legal

🏦 Banking

Insurance • Legal • Banking

Municipal Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial institution dedicated to serving the banking and lending needs of its members in New York City. Offering a range of personal banking products including checking and savings accounts, loans, credit cards, and insurance services, MCU focuses on helping its members achieve their financial goals through competitive rates and personalized support. With over 100 years of service, MCU emphasizes community engagement and the fulfillment of financial needs of local municipal workers and their families.

📋 Description

• Maintain accurate financial records • Prepare financial statements and regulatory reporting • Perform investment accounting for the credit union’s investments • Assist with financial budgeting and planning • Perform general ledger account reconciliations • Participate in the month-end close process, monthly reporting, variance analysis, and quarterly Call Reports • Reconcile bank, general ledger, and suspense accounts • Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules • Perform general ledger entries and reconciliations for the investment portfolio • Support the monthly Allowance for Credit Losses process • Participate in budget and forecast planning and analyze income and expense trends • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on accounting implications of new products, services, and initiatives • Research transaction-level data with business partners • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual GAAP financial statements • Assist with financial audits, internal audits, and regulatory examinations • Prepare budget-versus-actual performance reports and analysis • Support MCU Foundation month-end close, management reporting, and audits • Assist with implementing and maintaining internal controls • Document and update accounting policies and procedures • Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and analysis • Complete deliverables within prescribed timelines • Perform related duties and special projects as assigned • Report to the Manager of Accounting

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field • MBA or CPA preferred • 5+ years of experience in accounting • A minimum of 3 years in an accounting position at a similarly sized or larger bank or credit union is preferred • In-depth knowledge of GAAP, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting requirements for banks • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail • Ability to analyze complex financial data and draw actionable insights • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to understand accounting concepts and work independently on accounting-related assignments • Strong collaboration skills • Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel • Experience with general ledger systems such as Prologue is a plus • Experience with banking systems such as Symitar core banking platform is a plus • Commitment to accuracy and integrity in financial reporting • Ability to perform in a high-volume environment and meet deadlines • Technologically proficient

🏖️ Benefits

• Discretionary bonus eligibility • 401(k) with a 6% employer match per pay period • Medical insurance • Vision insurance • Dental insurance • Life insurance • Disability insurance • Flexible paid time off • 11 paid holidays annually