Accounting Generalist III - Chatsworth - Full-time at Premier America Credit Union – Chatsworth, California

Overview:

Premier America Credit Union is seeking an Accounting Generalist III that will, under supervision, provide support to comply with the policies and procedures of the Credit Union in maintaining all Accounting processes.

What You Will Do:

• Assists other departments and answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
• Assists with compiling supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
• Support automation projects through training, problem resolution, and testing
• Involved in cross-training team members for coverage purposes, as appropriate
• Support Accounting Manager by reviewing daily work as assigned
• Attend seminars and professional conferences.
• Maintain and apply proficient knowledge of all applicable regulations. Regulations include but are not limited to Regulation CC, Regulation J, Regulation E, Regulation D, and Bank Secrecy Act.
• Ability to work autonomously in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and on-site responsibilities effectively.
• Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective communication and coordination with Premier America Team Members.
• Assists in the preparation of financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system, core system and departments.
• May assist with recurring regulatory schedules needed for 1099-Misc, FR2900, 5300, 571-L.
• Timely and accurate input, verification, processing and tracking of incoming and outgoing payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Assume responsibility for two (2) or more of the following major functions: Provide support to the primary daily processes and regulatory requirements of Accounting Services; Wire Transfers, Corporate checks, Accounts Payable, General Ledger Accounting.
• Reconciles more complex general ledger accounts daily and monthly, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly and prepares necessary clearing general ledger entries.
• Completes assigned monthly-end close workbooks and journal vouchers.

What We Are Looking For:

• Minimum of seven (7) years of work experience, of which at least five (5) years is related to Accounting.
• High school diploma required, Accounting or Finance college level courses or equivalent preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic Accounting concepts of debits and credits.
• Familiarity with all transaction processing, check operations and fun transfers.
• PC skills: proficient in MS Office suite – advanced Excel skills.
• Proficient with 10-key calculator
• Ability to prioritize effectively, working in a fast-paced environment.

Premier America Credit Union will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans / Disabled

Drug-free Workplace

Pay Grade Info:

To provide greater transparency for candidates, we share base pay ranges for all our job postings regardless of State. We set standard pay ranges for all roles based on function and level of expertise, benchmarked against similar stage growth companies. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including skills, depth of work experience and relevant licenses/credentials, and may vary from the amounts listed below.

The base pay range for this position is: $30-$37 / hourly.

Perks Important to You:

Our Team Members enjoy the following rewards and benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Subsidized health care including medical, dental and vision.
• FSA and HSA
• Company-Paid Life and A&D insurance
• Discounts on loans (must be a member)
• Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick time.
• 401k Retirement Saving Plan with a 6% safe harbor employer match.
• Educational Assistance Program and more!

About Us:

Founded in 1957, Premier America is one of the nation’s largest credit unions, with over 100,000 members and more than $3 billion in assets. But more importantly, we are ever mindful of one crucial fact: we exist to serve the needs of all members - the owners of Premier America. With a large retail branch network, access to over 30,000+ surcharge-free ATMs; and the Shared Branch Network, Premier America provides financial services to those who live, work, worship or attend school in the Ventura and Los Angeles counties of California, and Harris County in Texas.

Credit unions, such as Premier America, have a rich history evolving from the idea that people working together can create better financial solutions, especially when as owners, members have a personal stake in their collective success. Whether offering higher savings rates and affordable mortgage options, loans for unexpected emergencies or financial counseling during challenging times, credit unions have always made a meaningful difference in the lives of members.