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Title: Accounting SpecialistReports to: ControllerSupervises: NoneStatus: Non-ExemptObjectiveThe Accounting Specialist is responsible for supporting Accountants and Accounting Operations Personnel by analyzing and reconciling detailed general ledger accounts, performing daily Accounting operational tasks, assisting with month-end close, assisting Accounts Payable as needed, completing incoming and outgoing wire transfers, and performing other accounting functions as required.Duties and Responsibilities- Assumes responsibility for accurate and timely completion of assigned accounting functions:```{=html}```- Reviews source documents and records daily transactions. Balances and posts daily write-ups and journals- Posts corrections, adjustments, and other transactions to the appropriate general ledger account- Completes daily ATM consolidation reports and posts to the general ledger- Completes daily ITM consolidation reports and posts to the general ledger- Reconciles general ledger accounts as assigned- Performs miscellaneous filing/sorting of checks, journals, daily write-ups, etc.- Prepares various records and reports and maintains files- Assists with Accounts Payable as necessary- Assists with the daily processing of incoming and outgoing wires- Completes accounting functions in accordance with established policies and procedures```{=html}```- Assumes responsibility for effectively researching, tracking, and resolving accounting problems and discrepancies- Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective communication and coordination with area personnel and with management```{=html}```- Maintains regular contact with other departments to obtain and convey information and/or to correct transactions- Assists Accounting and Accounting Operations personnel, as needed- Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.- Attends and participates in meetings as required```{=html}```- Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned```{=html}```- Ensures that work area is clean, secure, and well maintained- Completes special projects as assigned```{=html}```- Performs all duties in a manner that is fully compliant with applicable industry regulations as well as KEMBA policy and procedures- Develops an understanding of Credit Union history, philosophy, organization, policies, and operational procedures- On a self-directed basis, continues to improve individual level of competency through training and certification on established educational programs```{=html}```- Relates to others beyond giving and receiving instructions:```{=html}```- Communicates with coworkers or peers without exhibiting behavioral extremes- Performs work activities requiring negotiating, instructing, supervising, persuading, or speaking with others- Responds appropriately to feedback from a supervisor```{=html}```- Performs other duties as requiredPerformance Measurements- Accounting documents, records, and reports are accurate, current, and timely- Accounting errors or discrepancies are promptly discovered and resolved (or referred)- Daily Teller work is accurately balanced and reconciled- Good communication and coordination exist with Credit Union personnel. Assistance and support are provided as needed- Management is appropriately informed of area activities- Accounting functions are completed in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures- Completion of goals as assignedRequired Quali