Accounting Clerk at Lookout Credit Union – Pocatello, Idaho

Role:

Using the Credit Union's TREAD model as a guide, the primary role of the Accounting Clerk is to support the financial management and operations of the Credit Union through maintenance of accounting records and reports. Must be able to perform accounting duties of moderate complexity in accordance with standard accounting procedures and under moderate supervision.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• 50% Accounts Payable Processing and Corporate Check balancing
• 25% Processing of fixed assets and reconciling investment accounts.
• 10% Reconciles bank accounts, posts to and balances general or subsidiary ledgers, processes payments and compiles segments of monthly closings, monthly and annual reports, etc.
• 5% Records disbursements, expenses and other payments.
• 5% Contacts other departments and/or outside agencies to resolve common problems.
• 5% All other job related duties as assigned.

Performance Measurements:

1. The employee's actions should always reflect the Credit Union's TREAD model to TEACH our members and each other, RESPECT the Credit Union culture and philosophies, EMPOWER ourselves and others, ADAPT to the surroundings, and DELIVER on our promises.
2. To prepare all reports within the prescribed time frame and with zero errors.
3. To keep all assigned general ledger accounts current and in balance daily.
4. To process accounts payable
5. To assist others within and outside the department as needed.
6. Understand and follow the credit unions policies and procedures in place

Knowledge and Skills:

Experience

One year to three years of similar or related experience.

Education

A high school education or GED.

Interpersonal Skills

Significant level of diplomacy and trust. Obtaining cooperation internally and/or externally is an important part of the job. Good communication and team player skills. Self-starter, who is motivated with the ability to motivate or influence others. Positive attitude, friendly, courtesy, tact, and professionalism are essential elements of the job. Detail oriented to ensure accuracy. Work involves personal contact with others inside and outside the organization, generally regarding routine matters for purposes of giving or obtaining information, which may require some discussion. Work involves extensive personal contact with others and/or is usually of a personal or sensitive nature.

Other Skills

Working knowledge of basic computer skills and applications including email and word processing functions. Use/operate a computer keyboard and 10-key calculator by touch. Attention to detail and entering data accurately is essential.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Written and verbal communication is important to impart detailed information accurately and efficiently to Credit Union members and team members. Must be able to exert up to 30 lbs. of force to occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Work involves prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Work Environment

Work is generally performed in a temperature-controlled office environment with typical exposure to ambient sounds such as office equipment, telephones, and conversations between Credit Union and team members.