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 people starts 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’relocatedin Washington state and within a reasonable driving distance from Tukwila, we arerequestingthat 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’llplay a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data that drives critical decisions across the organization.You’llbring clarity to complex transactions, helpingmaintainstrong financial health while supporting initiatives like an upcoming ERP implementation. Your work will directly influence how effectively weoperateand 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 SupportYou’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.
Thisisn’tjust about tickingoff tasks on a list.It'sabout 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.
Experience withmanagingandprioritizingmultiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, adaptingto changing business needs, and workingboth independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
Desired Qualifications
CPAlicensepreferred
JOIN THE JOURNEY
Ready to make an indelible impact? Eager to be part of a collaborative and innovative team where your ideas and contributionsdon’tjust fill a role but fuel the growth and success of BECU? This is more than a job –it’sa chance to elevate your career, skills, and future, all while contributing to the robust operational landscape of BECU.
Embrace the opportunity to grow with us. Apply now, bring yourexpertiseto the table, andlet’sachieve excellence together at BECU. Your journey of influence, innovation, and impactful contribution starts now. #BECU #YourGrowth #BECUJourney
BECU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.
As a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative, BECU is guided by the credit union philosophy of “people helping people.” In fact, putting people over profit guides our everyday business decisions. Unlike many financial institutions, we aren’t owned privately. As a cooperative, we are owned by our members. This drives us to do right by the member, and right by each other as coworkers. You see this in our working culture, in our day-to-day choices to ensure both members’ and employees’ needs are met. Imagine what this type of commitment could do for your work satisfaction.
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