Hudson Valley Credit Union is currently recruiting for the position of Sales & Service Assistant. Primary Function: Perform administrative and sales support duties to ensure the execution of account transactions on behalf of the Financial Consultants to mutual fund/insurance companies. Provide direct support for financial advisors and wealth managers in serving existing and potential clients. Arrange and coordinate informative and educational seminars for members and clients of Wealth Management.

• Support Financial Advisors in serving clients by preparing for meetings, investment research, making preliminary financial planning recommendations. Research complex situations and set client expectations,
  while defining the actions necessary to resolve inquiries promptly.
• Process and follow up on HVCU submitted Wealth Management referrals. Schedule appointments and manage Financial Consultants calendars, CRM management and assist the Financial Consultant in preparation for upcoming client meetings.
• Provide support for the Rep in partnering with Contact Center and branch management to educate employees on the benefits of Wealth Management and grow referrals within the network.
• Assist assigned financial consultants in managing their book of business by segmenting their clients, identifying client needs and providing direct administrative support tasks, working on behalf of the consultant with the client to maintain updated client records and files.
• Copy paperwork received from consultants including account applications, investment related documents or checks for overnight delivery to various mutual fund/insurance companies, ensuring accuracy and completion of paperwork, print corresponding air bills. Create report to record items sent. Log checks in check log in Compliance with broker/dealer requirements. Enter notes into client database of all activity related to account.
• Oversee seminars, secure venues, schedule consultants to appropriate seminar, create Excel Workbook to record and maintain reservations and costs associated. Prepare seminar material, arrange for delivery and return of material and equipment consultant will use.
• Maintain Wealth Management client correspondence and update information. Open and distribute daily mail.
  Assist clients with questions or requests, executing purchases or redemptions when necessary. Oversee maintenance, transfers, and cash management of existing accounts.
• Submit all advertising related to press releases, business cards, seminars and brochures to Advertising Compliance for approval and keep all approvals in Compliance folder for review during annual audit.
• Cross train in other functions of the Wealth Management at HVCU Department and perform them as required.
• Answer phone calls in a professional and courteous manner while providing phone coverage for department, as needed. Provide information about our services, referring caller to the appropriate Wealth Management Financial Consultant or Credit Union department and resolve operational inquiries with respect, tact and diplomacy.
• Actively pursue and satisfactorily complete development plans
• Adhere to all Credit Union policies, procedures, and regulatory agency requirements. Participate in all required and recommended training and development including, but not limited to, Bank Secrecy Act training (BSA) and demonstrate attained knowledge. Participate on Credit Union teams, projects and strategic initiatives when the opportunity arises. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
  
• Embrace and apply HVCU’s guiding principles to all activities and responsibilities. This includes the Credit Union’s Mission, Vision, Core Values, Employee and Member Value Propositions, Sales and Service Model, and commitment to Lean Six Sigma practices. Support the Credit Union’s initiatives by demonstrating teamwork and professionalism.
  
• Responsible for regular and predictable attendance including punctuality.
  

• High School Diploma, General Education Development (GED) certificate, or state authorized high school equivalent certificate required
• Series 6 or ability to attain within 6 months is required.
• Series 63 or ability to attain within 6 motnhs is required. 
• NYS Life and Health licenses or ability to pass within 6 months of employment is required.
• Minimum 1 Year Administrative experience, preferably in a financial institution experience is requried. 

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Why choose HVCU?

HVCU cares for our employees, members, and community. We actively seek to create an inclusive workforce by hiring people with diverse perspectives and experiences. We celebrate and embrace what makes each of us different and foster an environment where everyone feels that they belong. In commitment to our diversity, equity, and inclusion mission, we encourage members of historically underrepresented communities to apply, including those who identify as women, minorities, veterans, disabled and LGBTQ+.

Employee Perks:

• HVCU University & Academy; Professional Development Training
• Student Loan Repayment & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (coverage starting as low as $20 per month)
• 401(k) with employer match and non-elective employer contribution
• Paid time off (PTO), holidays, and community volunteer time
• Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Discounted Loan Rates & Fees 

Hudson Valley Credit Union is an AA/EEO employer committed to equal opportunity and employee diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, the status of being transgender, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• High School Diploma, General Education Development (GED) certificate, or state authorized high school equivalent certificate required
• Series 6 or ability to attain within 6 months is required.
• Series 63 or ability to attain within 6 motnhs is required. 
• NYS Life and Health licenses or ability to pass within 6 months of employment is required.
• Minimum 1 Year Administrative experience, preferably in a financial institution experience is requried. 

Click here to view full job description

Why choose HVCU?

HVCU cares for our employees, members, and community. We actively seek to create an inclusive workforce by hiring people with diverse perspectives and experiences. We celebrate and embrace what makes each of us different and foster an environment where everyone feels that they belong. In commitment to our diversity, equity, and inclusion mission, we encourage members of historically underrepresented communities to apply, including those who identify as women, minorities, veterans, disabled and LGBTQ+.

Employee Perks:

• HVCU University & Academy; Professional Development Training
• Student Loan Repayment & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (coverage starting as low as $20 per month)
• 401(k) with employer match and non-elective employer contribution
• Paid time off (PTO), holidays, and community volunteer time
• Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Discounted Loan Rates & Fees 

Hudson Valley Credit Union is an AA/EEO employer committed to equal opportunity and employee diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, the status of being transgender, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Support Financial Advisors in serving clients by preparing for meetings, investment research, making preliminary financial planning recommendations. Research complex situations and set client expectations,
  while defining the actions necessary to resolve inquiries promptly.
• Process and follow up on HVCU submitted Wealth Management referrals. Schedule appointments and manage Financial Consultants calendars, CRM management and assist the Financial Consultant in preparation for upcoming client meetings.
• Provide support for the Rep in partnering with Contact Center and branch management to educate employees on the benefits of Wealth Management and grow referrals within the network.
• Assist assigned financial consultants in managing their book of business by segmenting their clients, identifying client needs and providing direct administrative support tasks, working on behalf of the consultant with the client to maintain updated client records and files.
• Copy paperwork received from consultants including account applications, investment related documents or checks for overnight delivery to various mutual fund/insurance companies, ensuring accuracy and completion of paperwork, print corresponding air bills. Create report to record items sent. Log checks in check log in Compliance with broker/dealer requirements. Enter notes into client database of all activity related to account.
• Oversee seminars, secure venues, schedule consultants to appropriate seminar, create Excel Workbook to record and maintain reservations and costs associated. Prepare seminar material, arrange for delivery and return of material and equipment consultant will use.
• Maintain Wealth Management client correspondence and update information. Open and distribute daily mail.
  Assist clients with questions or requests, executing purchases or redemptions when necessary. Oversee maintenance, transfers, and cash management of existing accounts.
• Submit all advertising related to press releases, business cards, seminars and brochures to Advertising Compliance for approval and keep all approvals in Compliance folder for review during annual audit.
• Cross train in other functions of the Wealth Management at HVCU Department and perform them as required.
• Answer phone calls in a professional and courteous manner while providing phone coverage for department, as needed. Provide information about our services, referring caller to the appropriate Wealth Management Financial Consultant or Credit Union department and resolve operational inquiries with respect, tact and diplomacy.
• Actively pursue and satisfactorily complete development plans
• Adhere to all Credit Union policies, procedures, and regulatory agency requirements. Participate in all required and recommended training and development including, but not limited to, Bank Secrecy Act training (BSA) and demonstrate attained knowledge. Participate on Credit Union teams, projects and strategic initiatives when the opportunity arises. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
  
• Embrace and apply HVCU’s guiding principles to all activities and responsibilities. This includes the Credit Union’s Mission, Vision, Core Values, Employee and Member Value Propositions, Sales and Service Model, and commitment to Lean Six Sigma practices. Support the Credit Union’s initiatives by demonstrating teamwork and professionalism.
  
• Responsible for regular and predictable attendance including punctuality.
  

Hudson Valley Credit Union is currently recruiting for the position of Sr Auditor. Primary Function: Perform operational, financial and compliance audits of Credit Union operations according to the annual audit plan; and review, ensuring adequacy of internal controls, compliance to government regulations, adherence to Credit Union policies and procedures, DFS and NCUA requirements, in accordance with IIA standards. Provide consulting services to Credit Union management to add value to Credit Union operations.

• Perform work under minimal supervision, receiving guidance from VP, Director Internal Audit.
• Perform assigned audits/reviews according to the annual audit plan using risk-based auditing techniques to develop the objective, scope and audit program.  Ensure Credit Union operations contain adequate controls, which adhere to Credit Union policies and procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain sufficiently documented audit workpapers to evidence testing performed and support audit observations, findings, and recommendations. Maintain ongoing channels of communication with Management detailing audit progress, observations, and results of testing. Prepare written reports to management and the Supervisory Committee which clearly presents the objectives, scope and results of each audit, as well as opportunities for management to improve operations.
  
• Maintain a current knowledge of Credit Union operations, government regulations, audit/accounting standards, and industry best practices.
  
• Maintain an understanding of automated processes employed by the department; and assist in technical instruction of staff when necessary.
  
• Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill and/or knowledge in position-related areas;, demonstrate competency in Accountability, Customer Relationships and Service, Flexibility and Adaptability, Work Standards, Audit and Compliance Function, Auditing and Internal Controls.
  
• Provide guidance to Staff Auditors in the development of their audit programs; review audit workpapers at each stage of the audit, and ensure all observations and findings have been thoroughly researched and substantiated.
  
• Act as a resource to management for implementing strategic initiatives (i.e. new products or services) by ensuring that controls are adequately established and reviewing results of user testing for completeness and accuracy of results. Provide consulting services to Credit Union management to add value and improve operations. Assist with investigations or management inquiries, as delegated.
  
• Attend monthly Supervisory Committee Meetings and assist in preparing the monthly meeting package, as requested.
  
• Provide assistance with audits performed by external parties (i.e. external audit firm, DFS, NCUA examiners), as delegated.
• In the absence of the VP, Director Internal Audit, oversee department operations; report to the Supervisory Committee;  respond to correspondence addressed to the Supervisory Committee; interface with and reply to inquiries from management.
• Answer calls coming into the Supervisory Committee phone line calls and directs/handles resulting member complaints/inquiries as needed.
  
• Adhere to all Credit Union policies, procedures, and regulatory agency requirements. Participate in all required and recommended training and development including, but not limited to, Bank Secrecy Act training (BSA) and demonstrate attained knowledge. Participate on Credit Union teams, projects and strategic initiatives when the opportunity arises. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
  
• Embrace and apply HVCU’s guiding principles to all activities and responsibilities. This includes the Credit Union’s Mission, Vision, Core Values, Employee and Member Value Propositions, Sales and Service Model, and commitment to Lean Six Sigma practices. Support the Credit Union’s initiatives by demonstrating teamwork and professionalism.
  
• Responsible for regular and predictable attendance including punctuality.
  

• Bachelor’s Degree Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Management or closely related field, or at least 2 years equivalent experience for each undergraduate year not completed; undergraduate degree cannot substitute for minimum number of years of experience, required 
• Professional certification (CPA, CIA, CBA) preferred
• Minimum 5 Years Auditing experience in financial services or public accounting industry, supervisory or working with a Board of Directors and Senior Level management experience preferred

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Why choose HVCU?

HVCU cares for our employees, members, and community. We actively seek to create an inclusive workforce by hiring people with diverse perspectives and experiences. We celebrate and embrace what makes each of us different and foster an environment where everyone feels that they belong. In commitment to our diversity, equity, and inclusion mission, we encourage members of historically underrepresented communities to apply, including those who identify as women, minorities, veterans, disabled and LGBTQ+.

Employee Perks:

• HVCU University & Academy; Professional Development Training
• Student Loan Repayment & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (coverage starting as low as $20 per month)
• 401(k) with employer match and non-elective employer contribution
• Paid time off (PTO), holidays, and community volunteer time
• Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Discounted Loan Rates & Fees 

Hudson Valley Credit Union is an AA/EEO employer committed to equal opportunity and employee diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, the status of being transgender, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Bachelor’s Degree Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Management or closely related field, or at least 2 years equivalent experience for each undergraduate year not completed; undergraduate degree cannot substitute for minimum number of years of experience, required 
• Professional certification (CPA, CIA, CBA) preferred
• Minimum 5 Years Auditing experience in financial services or public accounting industry, supervisory or working with a Board of Directors and Senior Level management experience preferred

Click here to view full job description

Why choose HVCU?

HVCU cares for our employees, members, and community. We actively seek to create an inclusive workforce by hiring people with diverse perspectives and experiences. We celebrate and embrace what makes each of us different and foster an environment where everyone feels that they belong. In commitment to our diversity, equity, and inclusion mission, we encourage members of historically underrepresented communities to apply, including those who identify as women, minorities, veterans, disabled and LGBTQ+.

Employee Perks:

• HVCU University & Academy; Professional Development Training
• Student Loan Repayment & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (coverage starting as low as $20 per month)
• 401(k) with employer match and non-elective employer contribution
• Paid time off (PTO), holidays, and community volunteer time
• Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Discounted Loan Rates & Fees 

Hudson Valley Credit Union is an AA/EEO employer committed to equal opportunity and employee diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, the status of being transgender, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Perform work under minimal supervision, receiving guidance from VP, Director Internal Audit.
• Perform assigned audits/reviews according to the annual audit plan using risk-based auditing techniques to develop the objective, scope and audit program.  Ensure Credit Union operations contain adequate controls, which adhere to Credit Union policies and procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain sufficiently documented audit workpapers to evidence testing performed and support audit observations, findings, and recommendations. Maintain ongoing channels of communication with Management detailing audit progress, observations, and results of testing. Prepare written reports to management and the Supervisory Committee which clearly presents the objectives, scope and results of each audit, as well as opportunities for management to improve operations.
  
• Maintain a current knowledge of Credit Union operations, government regulations, audit/accounting standards, and industry best practices.
  
• Maintain an understanding of automated processes employed by the department; and assist in technical instruction of staff when necessary.
  
• Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill and/or knowledge in position-related areas;, demonstrate competency in Accountability, Customer Relationships and Service, Flexibility and Adaptability, Work Standards, Audit and Compliance Function, Auditing and Internal Controls.
  
• Provide guidance to Staff Auditors in the development of their audit programs; review audit workpapers at each stage of the audit, and ensure all observations and findings have been thoroughly researched and substantiated.
  
• Act as a resource to management for implementing strategic initiatives (i.e. new products or services) by ensuring that controls are adequately established and reviewing results of user testing for completeness and accuracy of results. Provide consulting services to Credit Union management to add value and improve operations. Assist with investigations or management inquiries, as delegated.
  
• Attend monthly Supervisory Committee Meetings and assist in preparing the monthly meeting package, as requested.
  
• Provide assistance with audits performed by external parties (i.e. external audit firm, DFS, NCUA examiners), as delegated.
• In the absence of the VP, Director Internal Audit, oversee department operations; report to the Supervisory Committee;  respond to correspondence addressed to the Supervisory Committee; interface with and reply to inquiries from management.
• Answer calls coming into the Supervisory Committee phone line calls and directs/handles resulting member complaints/inquiries as needed.
  
• Adhere to all Credit Union policies, procedures, and regulatory agency requirements. Participate in all required and recommended training and development including, but not limited to, Bank Secrecy Act training (BSA) and demonstrate attained knowledge. Participate on Credit Union teams, projects and strategic initiatives when the opportunity arises. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
  
• Embrace and apply HVCU’s guiding principles to all activities and responsibilities. This includes the Credit Union’s Mission, Vision, Core Values, Employee and Member Value Propositions, Sales and Service Model, and commitment to Lean Six Sigma practices. Support the Credit Union’s initiatives by demonstrating teamwork and professionalism.
  
• Responsible for regular and predictable attendance including punctuality.