Senior Accountant - Technical Team Lead

To execute Navy Federal's financial accounting processes by applying federal and industry regulations and standards, and to support the accurate reconciliation and of the organization's financial statements and reports. Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Work independently with guidance only in the most complex situations

• Perform accounting activities to include review and analysis of financial statements, ledgers, reconciliations, and associated accounts to ensure accurate application of industry standards.
• Perform monthly close activities to include reviewing and monitoring entries to the Trial Balance, Balance Sheet and Income Statement accounts and posting of adjustments.
• Perform account reconciliation, analytics and variance analysis, and provide sufficient supporting documentation.
• Apply basic to broad knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Accounting Standard Codification (ASC) to the preparation of NFCU financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and ASC by applying accounting standards in the preparation of NFCR financial statements.
• Identify simplifying assumptions and accounting methods and instances of incorrect application of GAAP/ASC; quantify the impact of such treatment and recommend solutions.
• Lead and guide Accounting Technicians with proper classification of transactions and funds, and the resolution of misapplied funds or outstanding items.
• Conduct in-depth analysis to identify, isolate and resolve discrepancies, and contribute to quality control and process improvement.
• Investigate, resolve and /or escalate complex discrepancies, data entry errors and out of balance situations; prepare and present recommendations for immediate action or proposals for policy changes to prevent losses.
• Build business unit relationships and understand the business needs; serve as point of contact for inquiries and problem resolution in collaboration with all levels of management and staff.
• Perform research to assist with responses to inquiries from internal and external auditors.
• Perform variance analysis and generate reports including associated justification.
• Identify and participate in process and automated improvement initiatives; assist with integration testing and present recommendations for implementation.
• Mentor and guide Accounting Technicians with interface posting discrepancies and validating system generated reports.
• Ensure compliance and keep abreast of emerging accounting policies/updates and assist with the maintenance of the Accounting Policy Manual.
• Apply broad and specialized knowledge of and experience with financial accounting and management, including a thorough understanding of techniques used in analyzing and reporting financial information.

• Significant experience in public or private accounting applying complex accounting treatments and resolving complex accounting issues.
• Advanced knowledge and experience working with SOX control environment including documentation and testing of controls and their effectiveness over financial reporting.
• Experience researching technical accounting issues and making recommendations for the application and implementation of accounting principles.
• Significant experience and proficiency with data querying, researching and reporting.
• Experience in leading complex projects and working with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to present findings and conclusions clearly and concisely.
• Advanced knowledge of PC applications to include Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
• Certified Public Accountant designation and five years of progressive and relevant experience.
• Advanced skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
• Advanced leadership skills and ability to coach and train team members in application of complex accounting rules.
• Advanced interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with both internal and external contacts and to respond to requests regarding complex financial information/data.
• Advanced analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Expert skill maintaining accuracy with attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated skill