Accountant Consultant

Volunteer Corporate Credit Union

Established in 1981, VolCorp is a not-for-profit financial cooperative based in Nashville, TN serving over 330 natural person credit unions nationwide. VolCorp's mission is to serve as the primary financial partner for credit unions by providing superior products, services, and support. For more information about VolCorp, please visit www.volcorp.org.

 

We are currently recruiting for an Accountant Consultant

Hybrid & Remote Work Environments:

Option available based on position and the location of incumbent.

*Generous time off- VolCorp offers a generous allotment of pro-rated vacation, discretionary and sick time to any part time employee who will work an average of 30 or more hours in a week. In addition, we follow the Federal Reserve guidelines with 11 holidays per year.

*Culture- We pride ourselves on striving to maintain and achieve a culture that lives and breathes our operating principles daily. Those principles include Accountability, Vision, Trustworthiness, and Unity while remaining Results Focused. Our culture is reflected in our average length of service which is currently running at 12 years. We strive to do it right!

*Benefits- Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, Health Reimbursement Accounts, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts are all part of the Benefit Package for any part time employee who averages 24 or more hours per week.

*Retirement Plans- Once you enter our retirement plans the company will make a 3% contribution to your 401K plan and a 7% contribution to a Retirement Savings Fund Plan which is a combined total contribution of 10%. The contribution takes place even if you choose to not personally contribute. Should you choose to contribute you have contribution platforms such as Roth or tax deferred investment options. This option is available for any employee who completes 1,000 + hours in a 12 month period.

*Community Giving- VolCorp is paired with a local charitable organization where we "give back" to the community. Paid time off provided to work with the organization and fundraisers held yearly for their benefit.

*Sign on bonus- $1,000 sign on bonus after completion of 60 days

 

 

 

 

 

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Staff Accountant role will be responsible for providing accounting services to credit unions including general ledger reconciliations, accounting close process and Call Reporting. As a part of this position, the accountant will aid with Supervisory Committee Audits.

This role will be required to develop strong and long-term relationships with current and potential member credit unions.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Category - Essential

Provide Accounting services to multiple credit unions. This would include general ledger reconciliations, month/quarter/year-end accounting processing, financial reporting, budgeting, and completing the Call Report. This position will require frequent communication with the credit union on progress and provide supporting documentation for all work completed.

Assist with audits. Use strong analytic skills and accuracy to determine findings from the procedures completed. Document audit procedures using detailed workpapers developed internally or from credit union provided documents.

Communicate with credit union client and direct supervisor of the audit process and on all issues that may arise. Develop audit report and present it to credit union client.

 

PREFERRED EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of bachelor's degree in accounting.

 

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.

Strong verbal, written, and nonverbal communication skills.

Strong professional etiquette.

Effective presentation skills to present audit findings, provide training or discuss best practices while adapting conversation to the audience's skill level.

Effective interpersonal, analytical, and presentation skills

Knowledge of various software platforms to assist in job, such as PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.

Strong analytical skills to lead to continual process improvement within workflows and overall job responsibilities.

Time Management and ability to easily accept and manage change.

Detail oriented and self-motivated. Requiring very little direct supervision.

Ability to work independently and within group settings.

 

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Up to 15% travel may be required, including extensive drive time.