Summary
The Chief Financial Officer oversees the financial operations and strategies of the institution. They are responsible for managing the Bank’s financial performance, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, providing strategic financial guidance to the executive team and board of directors and providing leadership to all departments.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
- Participates in the development and delivery of the strategic plan for the organization.
- Oversees the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and analysis to guide decision-making and resource allocation.
- Identifies opportunities for cost reduction, revenue enhancement and operational efficiency.
- Prepares and presents accurate and timely financial reports, statements and analyses for management, the board of directors and regulatory agencies.
- Monitors and analyzes financial performance metrics, identifying trends, risks and opportunities.
- Ensures compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements and internal policies.
- Develops and implements risk management strategies and policies to mitigate financial, operational and compliance risks.
- Monitors and evaluates the Bank’s risk exposure, including credit risk, market risk and liquidity risk.
- Manages the Bank’s liquidity, capital and funding requirements to support growth and stability.
- Oversees the Bank’s investment strategies, asset-liability management and cash flow forecasting.
- Optimizes the Bank’s capital structure and manages relationships with investors and financial institutions.
- Ensures compliance with banking laws, regulations and reporting requirements imposed by regulatory agencies.
- Stays updated on regulatory changes and industry trends.
- Leads, develops and mentors finance team members, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Maintains a quality relationship with all individuals within the organization, shareholders, board members and vendors in an effort to ensure professionalism, effective corporate citizenship and adherence to the values and strategic mission of the Bank.
- Fosters a positive work environment and promotes employee engagement and satisfaction.
- Completes annual required training within communicated timeframes.
- Assumes additional responsibilities as required.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s Degree or CPA is preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of Accounting experience, preferably in banking, or the combination of equivalent experience, education and training.
- Strong knowledge of banking regulations, financial markets and accounting principles.
- Excellent analytical, strategic planning and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality; handle sensitive information with discretion.
Pay: $145,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
