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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for returnship accounting in the United States is $22.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Required credentialsBasic accounting knowledge, possibly some certificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent, some familiarity with accounting software
Work environmentTemporary, structured program for career re-entryOngoing, full-time or part-time administrative support
Employer usageCompanies offering re-entry programsAccounting firms, businesses, finance departments

Returnship Accounting is a temporary program designed to help professionals re-enter the workforce, often with less experience than a typical accounting assistant. An Accounting Assistant is a regular, ongoing role supporting daily accounting tasks. While both roles involve accounting tasks, returnships focus on skill development and reintegration, whereas accounting assistants perform routine duties regularly.

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To thrive in a Returnship Accounting role, you need a solid understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and often a relevant degree or prior accounting experience. Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, or Excel, and, in some cases, CPA certification, is highly valued. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help candidates stand out as they reintegrate into the workforce. These skills ensure accurate financial management, compliance, and smooth collaboration within accounting teams.

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Participants in Returnship Accounting programs often face the challenge of catching up with recent changes in accounting standards, software, and regulatory requirements. Adapting to new technologies, such as cloud-based accounting systems, and integrating into established teams can also be initial hurdles. However, these programs are designed to provide training, mentorship, and a supportive environment to help you refresh your skills and rebuild professional confidence. Collaboration with peers and access to ongoing feedback are key components that facilitate a smoother transition back into the accounting profession.

What is a Returnship Accounting program?

A Returnship Accounting program is a temporary, structured opportunity designed for professionals who have taken a career break and want to re-enter the accounting field. These programs typically last a few months and provide participants with training, mentorship, and hands-on work experience. Returnships help individuals refresh their accounting skills, gain exposure to current industry practices, and rebuild professional networks, increasing their chances of securing a permanent accounting role after the program ends.
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Financial Analyst - RETURNSHIP ELIGIBLE

Travis Credit Union

Vacaville, CA • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Travis Credit Union rating

9.7

Company rating: 9.7 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

This role is RETURNSHIP ELIGIBLE. Click here for more information: Returnship Program | Careers | Travis Credit Union
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:30pm (with some flexibility), 40 hours/week / Hybrid - 2-3 days in-office
Candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the communities served by Travis Credit Union, which include the following counties: Alameda, Colusa, Contra Costa, Merced, Napa, Placer, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Solano, Sonoma, Stanislaus, and Yolo. For hybrid and remote roles, candidates are still required to reside within a commutable distance of our corporate headquarters in Vacaville, California.
We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas for this position. Candidates must have current authorization to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship available).
Summary: The Travis Credit Union (TCU) Financial Analyst is responsible for developing and implementing analytics and reporting solutions for the Accounting & Finance division of the organization. The Financial Analyst creates value for the organization by synthesizing data from multiple sources and liaising with other departments to share insights with respect to growth trends, profitability, potential efficiencies, and other knowledge which will help run the business more effectively.
Profile:
  • Provides reporting and analytics focused on but not limited to budgeting; asset-liability management modeling (ALM); interest rate risk; liquidity management; balance sheet allocation; profitability; product pricing methodologies; cost-benefit analysis; static pool tracking; dividend verification and deposit analytics; financial trends; and ad-hoc analysis.
  • Maintains and runs various financial analytical software systems and models, both in-house and 3rd party, including but not limited to: Prologue General Ledger; Vantage Budgeting; 3rdparty Asset/Liability Management (ALM) Model; DNA Profit Vision; Visible Equity Loan Analytics; DNA Core; Callahan Peer-to-Peer; Travis Intelligence Database.
  • Reconciles financial data between systems and models to ensure consistent, detailed and summary reporting to be provided to management, ALCO, and other end-users.
  • Monitors and measures risk in accordance with the metrics outlined in TCU's policies: Asset-Liability Management; Concentration Risk; Investment; Liquidity Management.
  • Coordinates data gathering from each department for annual budget. Performs quarterly re-forecasts. Evaluates budget and what-if scenarios versus historical data, performs other budgeting duties as assigned.
  • Performs profitability analyses and develops pricing models to ensure product offerings are appropriately priced.
  • Ensures Budget, 3rdparty ALM Model, Profitability Model, and Loan Analytics Model data is reconciled and uploaded. Develops and maintains financial analytics and reporting using modeling output.
  • Responsible for: daily share and loan balancing; deposit analytics; quarterly peer analysis; monthly dividend verification; establishing benchmarks for financial performance.
  • Accurately prepares reports for monthly ALCO and Board meetings.
  • Serves as a Finance Liaison to other departments as it relates to other functions and projects. Serves as TCU Liaison to: third-party software providers; entities that report on our financial data (Callahan, Raddon Financial Group, etc.).
  • Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel for projects.
Skills:
  • Basic understanding of accounting, balance sheets, income statements, depository institutions, and Asset Liability Management.
  • Strong analytical skills, highly organized, ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple assignments and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Reasoning ability - capable of logical, critical thinking. Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusion or approaches to complex problems. Abilitytodefineproblems,collectdata,establishfactsanddrawvalidconclusions.
  • Detail-oriented and able to perform functions with accuracy and on rigid schedules.
  • Accuracy and attention to detail are paramount as errors in reporting can lead to material misstatements in both regulatory and public arenas, potentially resulting in financial penalties.
  • Effective, professional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work with all levels of the credit union staff.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products.
  • Advanced Excel skills to includemacro experience.
  • Budgeting software, General Ledger package, and reporting software experience is helpful.
Experience
Associate Financial Analyst
  • This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Statistics, Data Analytics Economics, Business or related field; or equivalent related work experience.
  • Minimum of 1-year previous related work experience.
  • Working knowledge of financial statements, intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel, and experience with databases (Tableau, Power BI, or Oracle) using user interface and/or coding languages (e.g., SQL or DAX) to query relevant data.
Financial Analyst
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Statistics, Data Analytics Economics, Business, or related field; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent related professional experience.
  • Minimum 2 years finance related work experience, preferably in the financial services and/or banking industry.
  • Thorough understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and ALM. Effective use of databases (Tableau, Power BI, or Oracle) using user interface and/or coding languages (e.g., SQL or DAX) to query relevant data.

Senior Financial Analyst

  • Reports directly to assigned department management.
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Statistics, Data Analytics Economics, Business, or related field and a minimum of 5 years of related work experience; or a Master's degree and 3 years of experience; or equivalent work experience.
  • Thorough understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, liquidity forecasting, and ALM.
  • Effective use of databases (Tableau, Power BI, or Oracle) using user interface and/or coding languages (e.g., SQL or DAX) to query relevant data.
  • Promotion Considerations:
  • Significant contributor to an intra-department liaising program to enhance growth and profitability, ALM, operational efficiencies, and expense control.
Compensation:
  • Associate Financial Analyst: Grade 13 - $33.46 - $41.33 hourly is commensurate with experience.
  • Financial Analyst: Grade 15 - $82,680.00/annually - $102,128.00 annually is commensurate with experience.
  • Sr. Financial Analyst: Grade 17 - $98,238.40 - $121,347.20 annually is commensurate with experience.
Our compensation philosophy considers various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the position, as well as a candidate's experience, education/training, and key skills.
Benefits:

At Travis Credit Union, we prioritize the wellbeing of our employees and their families by providing a comprehensive Total Rewards program that supports their health, welfare, and financial security. In turn, this enables our employees to focus on delivering exceptional service to our members and meeting the goals of the credit union.
Eligible employees enjoy a robust benefits package, which includes:
  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Mental health and wellness programs
  • Employee performance incentive plan
  • Merit-based salary increases
  • 401(k) program with immediately vested employer match
  • Generous holiday and vacation policies
  • Exclusive TCU perks such as employee loan and credit card discounts

Travis Credit Union is an Affirmative Action Employer.
EOE / Individuals with Disabilities / Veteran Status
Employment Type: Regular Full Time

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