Credit Union:

Qualstar Credit Union

Region:

Bothell, WA

Closing:

4/30/2024

Job Description:

Position Overview:

The VP of Finance is a pivotal member of our management team, blending hands-on leadership with a forward-looking approach to managing our financial operations. Responsible for the oversight of Accounting, Risk, ERM, Internal Audit, and Compliance departments, this role emphasizes direct team support while enhancing financial processes and ensuring reporting accuracy. The VP of Finance ensures our financial integrity, fostering a supportive environment that drives progress and operational excellence across the organization.

 

What You Will Do:

  • Oversee the preparation and accuracy of financial reports in compliance with GAAP.
  • Lead financial reporting, government reporting, tax filings, and internal reporting.
  • Manage liquidity and investment portfolio, ensuring alignment with policies and guidelines.
  • Collaborate with auditors and regulators to maintain high standards of compliance.
  • Direct the Accounting, EFT, Risk, Fraud, BSA, Internal Audit, and Compliance departments, fostering a culture of excellence and compliance.
  • Develop and maintain risk management and compliance programs to meet industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
  • Champion internal controls and financial procedures to safeguard the organization’s assets.
  • Work with peer VPs to plan and implement strategies that impact our organizational objectives.

 

Our Ideal Candidate:

We are seeking an experienced finance professional eager to make a meaningful impact and grow with our organization. Your background in the credit union or community banking sector will set you apart. Essential for success are your analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, deep understanding of regulatory environments, and a dedication to continual learning and development. We value individuals who will roll up their sleeves alongside their teams and proactively seek opportunities to enhance efficiency and foster collaborative efforts that improve staff and member experiences. Your ability to make informed, data-driven decisions, supported by concrete examples from your current or previous roles, will help paint a picture of how you could succeed in this role and add to our collective growth.

 

What We Offer:

  • Growth and Learning Opportunities: Work closely with an experienced financial leader in a role with room for personal and professional growth in a service-focused, financially sound organization.
  • Impactful Leadership Role: Directly contribute to our mission through financial tactics and operations. You’ll be part of a team of leaders that directly tackle our organization’s objectives and priorities.
  • Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of balance and offer paid vacation, sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays, and flexibility with occasional remote work and flexible hours.
  • Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary with an annual management incentive program complemented by comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision plans, generous retirement benefits, loan discounts, and tuition reimbursement.
  • Professional Development: We invest in our leaders with regular development opportunities to foster continuous growth.

 

Next Steps:

Help us leverage our financial strength to do more for our members. Join us in this impactful role, contributing to our mission-driven journey to improve lives and be the most trusted financial partner for our members. Apply now and be part of our dynamic team at Qualstar Credit Union—an Equal Opportunity Employer.