Staff Accounting Clerk

The League of Southeastern Credit Unions Affiliates (LSCU) is looking to hire a full-time Accountant I - AP/AR Specialist for our finance and accounting department. Would you like to take your accounting career to the next level with an employer of choice where you can enjoy a magnificent work culture in a team environment? Are you diligent and meticulous in your work with an analytical mind? Are you driven and dedicated to succeeding daily? If so, you might just be perfect for this Accountant position! Our employees enjoy exceptional benefits, including health, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, paid time off (PTO), voluntary time off (VTO), a 401(k) plan and match, paid holidays, professional development, and tuition reimbursement. You can expect to work Monday to Friday in our Tallahassee, Florida office. The LEAGUE OF SOUTHEASTERN CREDIT UNIONS represents over 300 credit unions in our tri-state area. LSCU provides advocacy and regulatory information; education and training; cooperative initiatives; media relations and business solutions to support its members in fulfilling their mission. LEVERAGE, the LSCU Service Corporation provides best-in-class products and services for credit unions across the country. AN aCCOUNTant SPECIALIST supports the economic management and operations of LSCU and Affiliates through processing Accounts Payable and Receivable, and maintenance of accounting records and reports. Perform moderate to complex accounting functions, in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, under moderate supervision. The Accountant I position plays a key role in the financial stability of LSCU Affiliates. Responsibilities may include: Performing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions for assigned entities: Completing timely and accurate processing of payments, invoices, and deposits as well as related debit/credit memos, voids, and stop payments. Maintaining accounts payable and receivable sub-ledgers to ensure accurate vendor/customer records; providing management with monthly new vendor reports. Monitoring accounts payable and receivable aging reports and review with management monthly. Performing administrative functions of the accounting department. Assisting with the processing of monthly standard journal entries. Assisting with the monthly fiscal period close of the accounting system. Maintaining accounting databases and spreadsheets, updating information as needed. Preparing records for offsite and onsite storage; set up and maintain current year records as related to assigned duties. Providing budget and audit assistance as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: An associate degree in accounting, business, or finance Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience. Knowledge of basic accounting principles. Intermediate MS Office skills. Must have well-developed written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and customer service-oriented environment. Demonstrates organizational skills, diligence, and data entry accuracy. Advanced computer skills. Sound reasoning skills; uses good judgment when making decisions. Able to adapt and learn new things. SPECIFICATIONS (Preferred): Familiarity with PAC reporting is a plus. Multi-organization and non-profit experience are a plus. TRAVEL: Minimal travel may be required (1-2 times per year) The LSCU Affiliates are proud to be an equal opportunity employer offering a team member-centric culture and competitive salaries. *Employment offers are contingent on a drug screen and background check.