A well-established, community bank is seeking an experienced and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its executive leadership team. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned banking executive to play a critical role in shaping the institution's financial strategy, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and long-term growth.
The CFO serves as a key advisor to the CEO, Board of Directors, and executive management team, providing leadership across finance, accounting, treasury, investment management, asset/liability management, regulatory reporting, strategic planning, budgeting, and corporate governance initiatives.
Position Overview
The successful candidate will be a proven financial executive with significant experience in the banking industry and a demonstrated ability to lead complex financial organizations in a highly regulated environment. This individual will collaborate closely with executive leadership and the Board to support strategic initiatives, manage risk, and ensure the institution maintains a safe, sound, and profitable operating environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a member of the executive management team and contribute to organizational strategy and long-term planning.
- Lead all accounting, finance, treasury, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting functions.
- Oversee regulatory reporting, including Call Reports and other required filings.
- Chair the Asset Liability Committee (ALCO) and provide expertise in interest rate risk, liquidity management, capital planning, and investment portfolio administration.
- Develop and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to executive leadership and the Board of Directors.
- Manage external audit relationships and ensure compliance with GAAP, banking regulations, and internal controls.
- Participate in key Board and management committees.
- Evaluate industry trends, emerging technologies, and strategic opportunities to enhance organizational performance and shareholder value.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
- Minimum 15 years of progressive leadership experience within financial services, community banking, bank regulation, or a closely related industry.
- Extensive knowledge of GAAP, regulatory reporting, investments, treasury management, asset/liability management, and bank financial operations.
- Strong understanding of regulatory expectations and banking compliance requirements.
- Proven experience working with executive leadership teams, Boards of Directors, auditors, and regulators.
- Exceptional analytical, strategic planning, communication, and leadership skills.
- Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing teams while fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.
Why This Opportunity?
This role offers the opportunity to join a respected community bank with a strong market presence, engaged leadership team, and commitment to relationship banking. The CFO will have direct influence on the institution's future growth, profitability, strategic planning, and operational direction while working alongside an experienced executive team and Board of Directors.
Compensation
A competitive executive compensation package will be offered, including:
- Base salary
- Annual incentive opportunity
- Executive benefits package
- Retirement benefits
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
Application Process
This is a confidential search. Qualified candidates with community banking or financial institution leadership experience are encouraged to submit a résumé for consideration.
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