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Accounting Manager

Black Hills Federal Credit Union | Rapid City, SD

Posted Date 3/11/2025
Description

General Purpose: Responsible for managing all accounting functions within the credit union. This includes ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining internal controls, and supporting Finance leadership. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with other departments.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

* Prepare and review financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
* Develop and maintain internal controls and procedures to safeguard the credit union's assets and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient department operations. Ensure all statistical and financial reports prepared by accounting staff are completed in an accurate and timely manner.
* Ensure all financial activities comply with federal and state regulations pertaining to the accounting function, including filing necessary reports. Maintain awareness of new trends and advances in the Credit Union industry.
* Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits and examinations. Responsible for preparing audit schedules and supporting documents as deemed necessary by auditors and Finance leadership. Implement audit recommendations as directed by Finance leadership.
* Assist Finance leadership with preparation of the annual Credit Union budget.
* Responsible for managing and directing people and/or resources with fairness and consistency to meet departmental goals. Promote teamwork and encourage process improvement, while creating a positive work environment where employees feel recognized and valued.
* Responsible for evaluating accounting staff, determining talents and development opportunities, and working with accounting staff to improve performance, enhance skills, or create loyalty to the credit union. Conduct timely employee performance appraisals and coaching, and effectively resolve employee issues and performance concerns.

Other Duties/Responsibilities:

* Assure the development of individual and department plans and budgets that are consistent with the strategic plan and overall budget.
* Lead or participate in financial projects, such as system implementations or process improvements.
* Perform specific and delegated duties as assigned by the VP Finance or Chief Financial Officer.

Additional Information

Job Knowledge: * Knowledge of organization's policies/procedures and Credit Union's service philosophy. * Knowledge of laws and regulations affecting Credit Union operations * Advanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures. * Knowledge of management techniques to enhance staff productivity and to maintain positive staff morale. Job Qualifications (Skills): BHFCU is committed to working with its employees to reasonably accommodate them with the physical aspects of the position. The following list outlines the physical considerations that are normally encountered in this job. * Vision: A sighted person to read and interpret financial data. * Speech/Hearing: Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with staff, members and vendors. * Manual Dexterity: Ability to perform necessary computer-related input. * Physical Mobility: Limited mobility required. Ability to work flexible hours. Job Qualifications (Ability): * Ability to analyze out of balance situations and devise solutions. * Ability to prepare and maintain confidential records and reports. * Ability to handle multiple, conflicting deadlines. * Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. * Ability to produce a high volume of work in a timely manner that is accurate, complete, and of high quality. * Ability to use a rational and organized approach to completing tasks. * Working knowledge of computers including personal computers and related software,

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