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Opportunity: Clearing Clerk – Accounting Department
Osoyoos Credit Union (OCU) is looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Clearing Clerk to join our Accounting Department with an immediate start. As a Clearing Clerk, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of transactions, verifying and reconciling account balances, and maintaining accounting records. You will work closely with other team members and external stakeholders to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Responsibilities:
• Verify and reconcile transaction data to ensure accurate and timely processing.
• Process and reconcile clearing and settlement transactions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain accounting records and ensure proper documentation and filing of financial information.
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting procedures, including reconciliations and journal entries.
• Communicate effectively with other team members, external stakeholders, and members regarding transaction and account-related inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.
Requirements:
• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree in finance or related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in financial services or related fields.
• Strong analytical skills with an attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize workload.
• Proficiency in Accounting Software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge of financial products, clearing, and settlement procedures is an asset.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $43,000 – $50,000 per year
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth and advancement. If you meet the requirements and are interested in joining the OCU team as a Clearing Clerk, please submit your resume and cover letter to Russell Comerford, Chief Financial Officer: rcomerford@ocubc.com. Please include “Clearing Clerk” in the subject line.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Position: Part-Time Teller
Reports to: Head Teller
Location: Osoyoos, BC (may require occasional travel to other branches)
Job Type: Part Time
Date Posted: August 15, 2024
Closing Date: August 30, 2024
About the Role:
The Teller provides exceptional service to members by meeting their cash related deposit and withdrawal needs. The role contributes to the credit union’s success by developing strong relationships with members and actively promoting and cross-selling deposit products and services. The Teller demonstrates OCU’s values of integrity, professionalism, accountability and co-operation through their work and interactions with OCU employees, members and the community.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Providing Exceptional Member Service
- Develops strong member relationships and recognizes member needs to promote and cross-sell deposit services
- Communicates basic credit union product and service information to increase member awareness and generate referrals to other departments
- Develops business by recognizing membership growth opportunities and actively promoting products and services and referring more complex requests for information and assistance to appropriate branch staff
- Processes member transactions such as deposits, withdrawals, loan and utility payments, credit card advances, calculation of foreign and domestic exchange, cheque cashing and Registered product transactions
- Balances transactions, vouchers, and cash on a daily basis
- Participates in the balancing of the ATM machines including the accurate count and verification of deposit items and reconciling ATM activities
Sustaining Member Growth
- Cross sells products and fosters business development with a working knowledge of credit products and services; refers more complex member requests to the appropriate credit union staff
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of credit union deposit services and products and relevant policies
- Assists in ensuring that Osoyoos Credit Union is well maintained and offers a welcoming member experience
- Other duties as assigned.
What We’re Looking For:
- High school diploma
- 1-2 years of experience in a financial or retail sales and service environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Knowledge of Osoyoos Credit Union’s deposit services and products
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to develop strong member relationships
- Working knowledge of credit union’s deposit products and policies
- Working knowledge of the features and benefits of credit union products, services, and member service procedures
- Advanced attention to detail and ability to input numerical data accurately and efficiently into banking system
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to adhere to professional, regulatory and industry standards
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and interdependently with other roles to ensure member needs are delivered in a seamless manner
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Be part of a supportive and friendly team that values integrity, professionalism, and cooperation.
- Enjoy an employee benefits package, employee banking advantages and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Make a meaningful impact in the lives of our members and the local community.
Why OCU?
- We’re dedicated to providing exceptional service and fostering a welcoming environment.
- Our core values—community, professionalism, accountability, and independence—guide everything we do.
- We encourage initiative and innovation, and we value your contributions.
If you’re passionate about leading a team and providing exceptional service, we’d love to hear from you! Join us at Osoyoos Credit Union and be a part of a team that’s making a difference.
Apply Today!
Submit your cover letter and resume to Roxanne Davyduke, Chief Operating Officer, at rdavyduke@ocubc.com. Please include “Teller” in the subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Wage Range: $21/hour – 24.50/hour
Join Our Team as a Financial Services Officer!
About the Role:
As a Financial Services Officer at OCU (Osoyoos Credit Union), you’ll be at the heart of our member relationships, providing top-notch service and personalized financial solutions. You’ll help members with their lending and investment needs, promoting products that make a real difference in their lives.
Job Location: Main branch in Osoyoos, B.C. (primary location), with flexibility to work from our Oliver, Rock Creek, or Keremeos locations on different days.
What You’ll Do:
• Build strong relationships with individual and business members to understand their financial needs.
• Offer tailored lending and investment solutions, from loans to credit cards.
• Promote and explain our range of financial products and services.
• Handle loan applications and approvals, ensuring members get the support they need.
• Grow our membership and help our community thrive.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
• You’ll be part of a supportive and friendly team that values integrity, professionalism, and cooperation.
• Enjoy opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of our members and the local community.
• We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
What We’re Looking For:
• 1-3 years of job-related experience in a financial sales and service environment.
• Excellent communication skills and a knack for building strong relationships.
• Knowledge of financial products and a commitment to ongoing learning.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Why OCU?
• We’re dedicated to providing exceptional service and fostering a welcoming environment.
• Our core values—community, professionalism, accountability, and independence—guide everything we do.
• We encourage initiative and innovation, and we value your contributions.
If you’re passionate about helping others and ready to take your career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you! Join us at Osoyoos Credit Union and be a part of a team that’s making a difference.
Apply Today!
This is a full-time position.
Salary Range: $45,000 – $53,000
Submit your cover letter and resume to Roxanne Davyduke, Chief Operating Officer: rdavyduke@ocubc.com
Please include “Full-time FSO” in the subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
As a certified living wage employer, we are committed to compensating our employees a living wage that allows working families to support the healthy development of their children and participate in the social, civic, and cultural lives of their communities. Embracing a living wage policy aligns with our Strategic Goals and provides our staff with a great place to work!