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About the Role

In this role, you will be a hands-on member of our accounting team, responsible for recurring daily and monthly accounting work that supports the accuracy and integrity of the Credit Union's financial records. You will handle general ledger activity, reconciliations, accounts payable, cash and settlement activity, supporting schedules, and accounting research.

Responsibilities

• Prepare general ledger transactions, journal entries, adjustments, accruals, and supporting documentation.
• Perform assigned bank, cash, general ledger, settlement, correspondent, and subsidiary account reconciliations.
• Research out-of-balance conditions, reconciliation differences, open items, variances, and other accounting discrepancies.
• Perform assigned daily balancing and settlement activities and complete recurring accounting procedures accurately and on time.
• Process accounts payable, employee expenses, corporate card activity, and related accounting records and reconciliations.
• Complete assigned month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and close activities.
• Maintain fixed asset, prepaid expense, and other assigned balance sheet schedules and prepare related entries.
• Prepare recurring accounting reports, reconciliations, and supporting information for review.
• Record and reconcile assigned investment, loan participation, deposit, and other financial activity in accordance with established procedures.
• Support cash management activities by reviewing financial institution accounts, settlement activity, and daily cash positions as assigned.
• Assist with audits and regulatory examinations by preparing schedules, gathering documentation, and researching assigned accounts.
• Partner with departments across the credit union to research transaction differences and resolve accounting-related issues.
• Follow established accounting procedures and internal controls and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and documentation.
• Participate in cross-training and apply technical guidance and coaching to strengthen team consistency.
• Provide cross-trained backup support across recurring accounting functions.

Requirements

• Financial institution or credit union accounting experience required.
• Experience with general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and related accounting responsibilities.
• Experience researching reconciliation differences, out-of-balance conditions, and accounting discrepancies.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, communication, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently manage recurring deadlines and follow transactions across multiple systems.
• Two or more years of accounting, bookkeeping, or financial operations experience (preferred).
• Experience with month-end/year-end close, audits, and regulatory examinations (preferred).
• Knowledge of financial institution payment-processing functions including ACH, debit/credit cards, wires, checks, shared branching, and ATM activity (preferred).

Skills

• Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Accounting Accuracy & Reconciliation
• General Ledger Knowledge
• Ownership & Follow-Through
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Organization & Deadline Management
• Internal Controls & Risk Awareness
• Communication & Collaboration
• Adaptability & Cross-Training
• Confidentiality & Professionalism

Location

• Austin, TX

Work Type

• On-Site

Experience Level

• Two or more years of accounting, bookkeeping, or financial operations experience (preferred)

Education Level

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and relevant experience may be considered.

Salary/Compensations

• Competitive total compensation aligned with experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive employer-sponsored benefits package
• 401(k) with company match and company-paid pension plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and learning opportunities
• On-site wellness amenities

About the Company

• At Texas DPS Credit Union, we serve those who serve others, including the employees and families of the Texas Department of Public Safety, Texas Police Association, and Texas Sheriffs Association.
• We are here to educate our members about money matters, enhance their experience, and empower them to make decisions that put them in the best possible financial position.
• We seek individuals who are enthusiastic about helping drive our vision and who exemplify our core values of Authenticity, Excellence, Integrity, Outstanding Service, and Unity.
• If you are looking to make an impact while working alongside a close-knit team, we would like to connect.
• A team-oriented culture with regular engagement activities and an employee-focused work environment.