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Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting - CPA Required

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 26 Mar 2024

About the role

To prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual internal and external reports related to financial statements (e.g., board reports, NCUA call report, annual report, retirement plans) and ensure compliance of such financial statements with management standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and regulatory requirements. Research and evaluate existing and emerging accounting rules and standards and determine impact, if any, to the financial statements. Assist in leading complex/difficult/varied tasks of moderate latitude.

Analyze new and existing accounting guidance and federal regulations to ensure that Navy Federal is in compliance with established standards
Interpret emerging accounting policies and make recommendations for changes to remain in compliance
Prepare ad hoc and required industry and regulatory reports including audit inquires in compliance with internal and external regulations
Prepare/collaborate on presentations, reports, white papers, etc.
Ensure compliance with internal and external documentation and disclosure requirements
Serve as a subject matter expert with internal and external auditors (e.g., NCUA, CFPB, and contracted third parties) to address and resolve audit questions and findings
Provide expert guidance for application and implementation of new controls/processes and the analysis of highly complex transactions to determine proper accounting treatment
Investigate and resolve discrepancies by actively collaborating and communicating across business lines
Serve as resource for the resolution of complex and/or unique problems
Build and maintain relationships with team members, management, key stakeholders and/or external contacts (vendors, etc.)
Participate in development and implementation of systems of large scope and scale
Serve on automated financial systems improvement initiatives
Monitor automated processes and reports for accuracy and completion; contribute to process improvement
Gather and prepare data for various financial, compliance and internal reports
Develop and recommend enhancements to improve operational processes and procedures
Performs other duties as assigned

Experience in applying techniques used in analyzing and reporting financial information
Advanced knowledge of financial accounting and management techniques
Experience in public and/or private accounting applying accounting treatments and resolving accounting issues
Moderate experience interpreting and applying accounting principles
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
Advance skill working with financial accounting systems used in the management and analysis of financial data
Effective skill in managing timelines/deadlines
Advance research, analytical, and problem solving skills
Advance skill presenting findings, conclusions, alternatives and information clearly and concisely
Advance skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions
Advance skill collaborating with various external/internal technical and/or functional contacts
Expert verbal and written communication skills
Effective database and presentation software skills
Advanced word processing and spreadsheet software skills
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, related field or the equivalent combination of training, education, and experience

Desired Qualifications

Experience in credit union financials and/or NCUA regulations
Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley control environment

Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location: Headquarters - 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 2218

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