Senior Accountant

We're seeking a seasoned Senior Accountant with deep expertise in financial operations within a banking or credit union environment. This role requires a strong understanding of regulatory compliance, complex reconciliations, and the unique accounting practices that support member-focused institutions. In addition to technical accounting skills, you'll leverage modern tools and technologies to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and support a collaborative team. If you're detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about driving operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

This is a hybrid position, offering flexibility to work from home 3-4 days per week. Work from our Northgate Headquarters office on a regular basis will be required.

The ideal person for this role will bring:

• 5+ years of accounting experience in a bank or credit union.
• Experience in financial accounting and reporting, financial planning and analysis, financial systems/operations.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent experience.

The key responsibilities for this position:

• Prepare accurate and timely journal entries and account reconciliations.Review and approve general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, and reports completed by team members.
• Research and resolve accounting issues or discrepancies promptly.
• Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, leveraging accounting systems and tools effectively.
• Maintain expertise in core accounting platforms; assist with system enhancements, upgrades, and testing.
• Accurately prepare and file the NCUA 5300 Call Report within established deadlines.
• Gather information and prepare reports for audits, regulatory exams, IRS 990 filings, annual financial statements, footnotes, and other assigned reports.
• Communicate proactively to resolve accounting issues and related challenges.
• Review departmental processes and recommend improvements for automation and efficiency.
• Train, onboard, and mentor Accounting staff, leading by example. Demonstrate strong knowledge of accounting operations; provide backup support and engage in cross-training to ensure department-wide coverage.

Compensation and Benefits offered:

• Competitive salary range of $81,323.54 - $113, 852.96 per year. This reflects the entire salary range for the position. The typical starting offer will fall between $81,323.54 - $100,850 per year depending on a candidate's experience.
• This position qualifies for the employee tier of our profit-sharing bonus program with annual payouts totaling 0-8% of annual salary depending on company performance.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off policies include vacation, sick, and personal holidays in addition to paid holidays in accordance with the Federal Reserve calendar.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 401(k) plan with pre-tax and post-tax (Roth) options including company matching after 6 months of employment.
• Charitable contribution matching.
• Monthly transportation subsidy for employees that qualify.
• Additional voluntary benefits.

Expanded details about our benefit offerings can be found at the following link: https://salalcu.applicantpro.com/pages/benefits/

Salal Credit Union strives to maintain a work environment free from discrimination where employees are treated with dignity and respect. All employees contribute to the Credit Union's commitment to equal employment opportunity. Salal Credit Union does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, religion/creed, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, size or shape, marital status, national origin, genetics/genetic markers, military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, benefits, promotion, and discipline. We believe that by adhering to these policies we can cultivate a welcoming environment by embracing each individual's identities and abilities.

ABOUT SALAL CREDIT UNION

Salal was founded in Seattle in 1948 as a not-for-profit financial institution to exclusively serve Group Health employees. When our charter opened in 2003, our services expanded to allow anyone who lives and works in Washington State to become a member. We have helped thousands of members manage their money by making bold, measured decisions to offer the right products to each person. Our mission is to break down financial barriers for the innovators in our community by offering good rates, low fees, and dedicated personal services. Beyond that, we are committed to giving 5% of our annual income to help people and causes in the communities we serve, because we know that many small actions, when added together, can make big impacts.

Helping our employees build and achieve their career goals is equally as important to us, and we are dedicated to fostering a positive work environment in which they can thrive. We strongly prioritize their growth and development as well as their impact to the community so we can be an institution that our employees are proud to be a part of.

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