Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Analysis Skills, Asset Management, Balance Sheet, Billing, Business Support, Business Transformation, Continuous Improvement, Credit Union, Cross-Functional, Data Management, Data Quality, Depreciation, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Expense Tracking, Finance, Financial Accounting, Financial Compliance, Financial Management, Financial Reporting, Fixed Asset Management, Fixed Assets, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Journal Entries, Loans, Microsoft Exchange Server, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Philosophy, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Regulatory Requirements, Support Documentation, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Trend Analysis, Tuition Reimbursement
Is it surprising to hear that a financial institution of 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets say that success comes from focusing on people, not profits?Our "people helping people" philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work makes a real difference.While we're proud of our history, we're even more excited about our future. With business and technology transformation on the horizon, there's never been a better time to be part of BECU.
PAY RANGE
The Target Pay Range for this position is $88,000.00-$107,500.00 annually. The full Pay Range is $68,300.00 - $127,500.00 annually. At BECU, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Should an offer for employment be made, we will consider individual qualifications. In addition to your salary, compensation incentives are available for the hired applicant. Incentives are performance based and targets vary by role.
BENEFITS - because people helping peoplestarts with supporting you
- 401(k) Company Match (up to 3%)
- 4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU
- Medical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well)
- PTO Program + Exchange Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- BECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match
To join our dynamic team, we require candidates to be residents of WA,
CA, VA, NC,
OR, ID, AZ, TX, GA, or SC.
If
you're
located
in Washington state and within a reasonable driving distance from Tukwila, we are
requesting
that you come into our HQ on Tuesdays & Wednesdays.For those candidates that live outside the commute distance of TFC and in any of our approved remote work locations, this role will be remote. Remote or onsite, we are committed to ensuring you are fully engaged and included in our collaborative environment.
IMPACT YOU'LL MAKE
As a Financial Accountant II,
you'll
play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data that drives critical decisions across the organization.
You'll
bring clarity to complex transactions, helping
maintain
strong financial health while supporting initiatives like an upcoming ERP implementation. Your work will directly influence how effectively we
operate
and serve our members. This is a role where your analytical mindset and curiosity will help improve processes, strengthen controls, and elevate the way we manage financial data. If you enjoy solving problems and making an impact behind the scenes, this is your opportunity to do just that.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Account Reconciliation & Analysis:You'llmonitorand reconcile balance sheet accounts, digging into discrepancies and ensuring everything ties out accurately across areas like loans, fixed assets, and payroll.
- Expense Classification & Review:You'llreview invoices and transactions, ensuring expenses are properly categorized as capital or operational and aligned with general ledger standards.
- Financial Integrity & Compliance:You'llmaintainthe accuracy and completeness of accounting records, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to accounting policies and procedures.
- Collaboration & Business Support:You'llpartner with teams across the credit union, helping resolve accounting issues and providing insights that support better business decisions.
- Journal Entries & Close Process:You'llprepare daily and month-end journal entries and play a key role in the month-end and year-endclose, including trend analysis and reporting.
- Fixed Asset Accounting:You'lltake ownership of fixed asset processes, including capitalization, depreciation, transfers, andadjustments-especially within the ERP system.
- Process Improvement & Systems Support:You'llcontribute to system enhancements and playan important rolein the upcoming ERP implementation, helping ensure accounting processes are efficient and scalable.
- Reporting & Audit Support:You'llprepare reports and schedules for audits and regulatory requirements, while also supporting ad hoc reporting needs.
- Continuous Improvement:You'llidentifyopportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls, and enhance data accuracy across the organization.
- Documentation & Procedures:You'llmaintainclear and up-to-date documentation to support consistency and operational excellence.
This
isn't
just about ticking
off tasks on a list.
It's
about making a significant, positive change in BECU's journey, where your contributions are valued, and your growth is continually fostered.
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN
- Opportunity to play a key role in a high-impact ERP implementation, gaining valuable systems experience
- Exposure to cross-functional collaboration, partnering with teams across the organization
- A role where you can influence process improvements and drive operational efficiency
- The chance to deepen yourexpertisein fixed assets, reconciliations, and financial reporting
- A collaborative environment that values curiosity, problem-solving, and continuous learning
- Career growth through hands-on experience with enterprise systems and data tools like Alteryx
- The ability to make a meaningful impact on the financial health of a member-focused organization
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent work or education-related experiencerequired.
- Minimum3 years of progressive experience in accounting, including hands-on experience with month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and applying GAAP principles, with exposure to fixed assets or ERP systems preferred.