Accounting Technician-AP
Effective date: 11/26/2025
Role:
To support the financial management and operations of the credit union through maintenance of accounting records and reports. Performs a wide variety of accounting tasks and functions under minimum supervision. Ensures complete, accurate, and timely completion of financial and accounting records for the credit union.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
The accounts payable function, including invoice management, payment processing, vendor setup and maintenance, W9 management, and 1099 reporting. Track, research, and document problem invoices and discrepancies to ensure they are resolved in a timely matter.
Assist in managing vendor due diligence. Ensures vendor files maintained appropriately, regulatory requirements fulfilled, certificate of insurance maintained, and central vendor contract log prudently maintained.
Act as a backup to clerical duties such as: ACH, and check processing, mobile deposits and card settlements, posting of journal entries, filling and assisting in preparation of reports.
Processes expense reports and corporate Visa credit cards including obtaining authorizations as appropriate.
Timely reconciliation of individual Retirement Accounts (IRA) accounts with 3rd party vendor.
Identify and research discrepancies for timely resolution.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge & Skills:
Experience
Three years to five years of similar or related experience.Education
(1) A two-year college degree, or (2) completion of a specialized certification or licensing, or (3) completion of specialized training courses conducted by vendors, or (4) job-specific skills acquired through an apprenticeship program.Interpersonal Skills
Work involves contact with persons beyond immediate associates regarding routine matters for the purpose of giving or obtaining information which may require some discussion. Outside contacts take the form of service to the public (members or vendors), requiring ordinary courtesy in providing assistance and information.
Other Skills
Must have general knowledge and proven track record of applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Must be able to operate 10 key calculator by touch. Must be proficient with spreadsheet software.Physical Requirements
This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.