CPM Federal Credit Union was formed in 1955. Since that time CPM continues to work hard providing and building value for our Members financial wellbeing. We have offices located throughout South Carolina with our headquarters in the heart of North Charleston.

Benefits:

At CPM we provide a full comprehensive and flexible benefit program which you can customize to fit your personal situation. In addition, well shower you with CPM perks, including:

• Employee Discounts
• 401(k) Match
• Educational Assistance
• Ongoing Professional Development
• Career Progression Program
• Work from Home (if applicable)
• Wellness Programs

POSITION PURPOSE

Responsible for performing a variety of accounting work and related clerical duties as well as providing support to Accounting personnel. Maintains accounting document files, including daily work and accounts payable. Performs tasks necessary to prepare and update GL reconciliations and subsidiary records. Prepares various accounting reports as needed. Keeps records and accounts accurate and current. Ensures that internal and external member’s expectations are being exceeded with every interaction.

This position is eligible for work by a remote employee out of the following states:

AL, FL, GA, MD, NC, SC, TN, or VA.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

Accurately performs assigned accounting and related support functions.

• Maintains files, including filing of any preparation documentation for reconciliations, reports on employee expenses paid, and other miscellaneous filings.
• Perform critical data entry and detailed subsidiary ledger preparation for various general ledger accounts in required timeframes.
• Prepare management and Board reports as assigned.
• Assists with month-end closing.
• Assist with check adjustments.
• Research and resolve accounting errors and discrepancies.
• Process Credit Union tax reporting and remittance.
• Assist with Call Report preparation.

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  Effectively researches, tracks and resolves (or properly refers) accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies.

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  Establishes and maintains effective communication and professional business relationships with internal and external members.

• Aids and advises branches and departments in handling accounting entries and reports to obtain and convey information and/or to correct transactions.
• Assists Credit Union personnel as needed. Responds to questions and information needs.
• Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.
• Attends and participates in meetings as required.
• Protects the Credit Union's quality reputation by embracing the Mission, Vision and Core Values.
• Ensures that work area is clean, secure, and well maintained.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS:

• Accounting documents, financial reports, and related reports are accurately and timely completed and/or filed.
• Accounting errors are promptly detected and resolved.
• Accounting functions are conducted in accordance with established policies and related legal requirements.
• Good business relations exist with governmental agencies and outside business contacts.
• Good communication and coordination exist with Credit Union personnel and with management.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Technical knowledge of accounting concepts, practices, and procedures.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three years of accounting experience preferred.
• Previous Credit Union experience desired.
• Well organized and attentive to detail.
• Able to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in 10 key, computer operations and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical skills.

PHYSTICAL REQUIREMENT:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties.

• Sedentary work; sitting/standing at a desk and working on a computer most of the time.
• Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally with or without accommodations.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or tasks that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Comply with CPM's policies and procedures, as well as applicable laws, regulations, and statutes issued by federal agencies such as NCUA and FFIEC, including but not limited to, GLB and BSA. Employees have legal and regulatory obligations to respect and protect the privacy of information and its integrity and confidentiality.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EEO STATEMENT

CPM Federal Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer who recruits, and hires qualified all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical condition (including, but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic.