Accountant - Members Source CU

Job Title: Accountant
Location: Merrillville, IN
Reports To: Executive Vice President (EVP)
Employment Type: Full-Time in Office

Position Summary:
Members Source Credit Union is seeking a highly detail-oriented and deadline-driven Accountant to lead the accounting function and ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial reporting and General Ledger activity. This role requires hands-on work and experience with bank reconciliations, General Ledger balancing, and the ability to work independently while managing multiple deadlines. This position is expected to travel between MSCU locations as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• General Accounting Operations
  • Independently complete monthly and annual closing processes while consistently meeting established deadlines
  • Process and post journal vouchers, investment income, mortgage payments, participation loans, and prepaids
  • Manage accruals for interest and investment income
  • Oversee Accounts Payable and Items Processing functions
  • Maintain depreciation and amortization schedules
  • Perform detailed and timely Corporate Credit union and General Ledger reconciliations, ensuring all accounts balance and discrepancies are promptly researched and resolved.
• Financial Reporting and Compliance
  • Prepare monthly financial statements including Balance Sheet and Income Statement within required reporting timelines
  • File quarterly 5300 Call Reports in compliance with regulatory deadlines
  • Support external audits and ensure tax compliance with federal and state deadlines
  • Track and report on financial trends to management
  • Manage annual profit-sharing valuation and year-end financial close
  • Independently monitor reporting calendars and proactively manage workload to meet deadlines
• Other Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare, monitor, and update annual budget and financial forecasts
  • Lead and develop accounting staff
  • Implement and maintain strong internal accounting controls to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Take ownership of assigned responsibilities and work independently to resolve issues and complete tasks.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and internal controls
• Experience with financial reporting, audits, and budgeting
• Strong experience performing bank reconciliations and General Ledger balancing
• Proven ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced, regulated environment
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and manage multiple deadlines
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and financial modeling
• Ability to independently build, maintain, and improve Excel-based reconciliations and financial reports
• Credit union or financial institution experience is a plus
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to travel between MSCU locations as needed within Northwest Indiana area

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays)
• Credit union discounts on loans and services

To apply, email your resume to Bryce Carden:
E: brycec@ms-cu.com       
W: www.ms-cu.com
A: 8580 Virginia St, Merrillville, IN 46410



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