Accounting Specialist

Location : Address: 27000 Evergreen Location : City: Lathrup Village Location : Postal Code: 48076 Responsibilities:JOB SUMMARY:

• Under general supervision, performs a variety of accounting duties according to existing procedures, methods and systems. Receives, sorts, and proofs accounting documents, posts appropriate entries to ledger accounts, and performs other accounting and clerical duties.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process incoming and outgoing wires.
• Balance assigned general ledger accounts daily and/or monthly.
• Research balancing issues for branch teller capture, ATM and other systems.
• Backup for cash account reconciliation process.
• Post student loan, credit card and business loan payments.
• Process bi-weekly cash orders.
• Post monthly credit card charge-offs and consumer loans.
• Backup Accounts Payable function.
• Responsible for the timely remittance of all member checks returned to the credit union for collection.
• All accounting functions and records maintained in a timely and orderly manner in accordance with prescribed standards. Exception items attended to promptly corrected and posted daily. All transactions performed correctly and documented as appropriate to nature of transaction
• Backup support as needed for duties associated with check processing and ACH processing including but not limited to: posting rejected or exception items, preparing and balancing returned checks, inputting stop payments and posting appropriate fee vouchers.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by team leader.
• Becomes/is an advocate of The Michigan First Way, supporting all facets of it, including complete fulfillment of Our Promise, 5 STARS Service, SOLVE IT and our ISMs. Fosters a positive demeanor and image through professional representation in all contacts with both, team members and members. Consistently reflects and displays each of our “ISMs” in daily job performance, as well as in all business interactions while executing on our goals and initiatives. Learns and utilizes EMEC (Every Member’s Experience Counts) in day-to-day responsibilities when communicating with members only.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. A Bachelor’s degree in business related discipline is preferred.
• One to three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to members, team leader, and other team members of the organization.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and other standard office equipment such as fax machine, photocopier, ten key, telephone and laser printer. Spreadsheet application knowledge is required.
• Excellent mathematical skills, accuracy and basic knowledge of bookkeeping for use in maintaining accounting records is required.
• Above average interpersonal skills to represent the Credit Union in a positive and courteous manner when dealing with members and all levels of team members.
• Strong listening skills to effectively determine member needs and resolve member and team member problems.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of banking and accounting regulations.

Who We Are: Michigan First Credit Union was founded more than 90 years ago by educators and now delivers world-class service to more than 175,000+ members at our branches throughout Michigan, and we’re growing! We offer financial solutions for every life stage and seek to positively transform our members’ lives through personalized service that meets their unique needs.
Simply put, Michigan First Credit Union’s sole mission is to provide the highest quality member experience. Working here, you’ll get to participate in a strong culture centered around service, professionalism, and growth.
Michigan First highlights:

• 450+ team members
• 34 locations spanning the Lansing area, Grand Rapids and Metro Detroit.
• Industry leader in community support and charitable giving through the Michigan First Foundation
• Member Services Call Center operates 24/7/365
• Over $1 Billion in assets

Awards Michigan First Credit Union has been the proud recipient of:

• 2020 Channel 4 - Vote for the Best - Credit Unions (1st Place)
• 2020 Channel 4 - Vote for the Best - Mortgage Lenders (1st Place)
• 2020 Best & Brightest in West Michigan
• 2020 Best & Brightest in the Nation
• 2020 Best Credit Unions to Work For
• 2020 Best & Brightest in Metro Detroit
• 2020 Detroit Free Press Top Workplaces
• 2019 Crain’s Coolest Places to Work in Michigan
• 2019 Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency - Certified Veteran Friendly Employer - Bronze Level

Benefits and perks of joining our award-winning team include:

• Very competitive pay
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefit options. Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) - 100% match up to 5% deferral
• Tuition reimbursement for both Undergraduate and Graduate degree program
• Access to a complimentary concierge service that assists with nearly any item on your to-do list
• Free, state-of-the-art fitness center at our Lathrup Village headquarters with exercise equipment, showers and locker rooms
• Wellness initiatives and events throughout the year to help team members stay healthy
• Loan discounts for certain secured and unsecured loans and mortgages
• Opportunities for pay increases, incentives and profit-sharing, based on performance
• Onsite subsidized top notch Cafe 26 for team members' use
• Onsite bowling center

Michigan First Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer.