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Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
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Who:
A seasoned financial executive with at least 10 years of progressive leadership experience in finance or accounting, ideally within the credit union or financial services sector.
What:
Lead all financial functions, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, investments, risk management, compliance, audit, and vendor management, while driving long-term financial strategy and innovation.
Where:
Valdosta, GA – South Georgia, serving a 14-county region and headquartered in a vibrant, growing city.
When:
Immediate opportunity to join the Executive Leadership Team and influence the financial direction of a $410 million credit union.
Why:
This role allows you to provide strategic leadership, support world-class member experiences, and drive sustainable financial growth and risk oversight.
Salary:
Competitive executive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
Job Summary
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) provides executive financial leadership for the credit union, overseeing accounting, asset-liability management, budgeting, reporting, investments, risk, compliance, and audits. Reporting to the CEO, the CFO serves as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, guiding long-term financial strategy, innovation, and investment decisions while maintaining regulatory compliance. This role also liaises with auditors and examiners and ensures accurate financial reporting to support the credit union’s mission of improving members’ financial lives.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee all financial and accounting functions for the credit union
Lead asset-liability management, budgeting, financial reporting, and investments
Provide risk management oversight, including audit, compliance, and vendor management
Ensure accurate financial records, reporting, and regulatory compliance
Serve as liaison with auditors and regulatory examiners
Guide financial strategy and investment decisions in alignment with organizational goals
Drive innovation in financial operations and operational efficiencies
Support a world-class member experience through financial leadership
Provide strategic guidance to the Executive Leadership Team on financial matters
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline required
Advanced degree or CPA preferred
Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience
Prior experience in credit union or financial services highly preferred
Strong strategic, analytical, and leadership skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to manage complex financial operations and regulatory compliance
Benefits
Competitive executive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Leadership role within a growing regional credit union
Opportunity to impact member financial lives and community growth
Exposure to strategic financial planning, risk management, and operational innovation
CFO for South Georgia credit union leading finance, accounting, investments, risk, audits, and strategic planning to drive member-focused growth.