Chief Financial Officer 4821

Keesler Federal Credit Union - Biloxi, MS

Full-time - Executive

Biloxi, MS

501-1,000 employees

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Keesler Federal Credit Union is responsible for overseeing the financial management and operations of the credit union, including the Accounting, Finance, and Corporate Real Estate departments. The CFO will work closely with the President/CEO to develop and implement financial strategies that align with the credit union's growth objectives while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This role requires strong leadership skills to manage a diverse team and to maintain the financial health of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist the credit union President/CEO in overall management.
• Directly manage the Accounting, Finance, and Corporate Real Estate departments.
• Develop and implement long and short-term financial strategies.
• Manage the credit union's liquidity position and forecast cash flows.
• Oversee investment portfolios and develop strategies to optimize returns.
• Maintain reliable financial records and ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Lead the budgeting process and conduct financial forecasts and variance analysis.
• Direct and mentor the Accounting, Finance, and Corporate Real Estate team.
• Participate in committee meetings as a voting or non-voting member.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• Certified Public Accounting (CPA) accreditation required.
• Ten to fifteen years of similar or related experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of financial management experience in a credit union or similar financial institution.
• Strong managerial/leadership experience of 5+ years.
• Knowledge of credit union operations and financial industry fundamentals required.
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• MBA preferred.
• CFA designation preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care and Dependent Care expenses
• Employee and Dependent Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 100% match on the first 5% contributed by you
• Paid Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Short Term & Long Term Disability Benefits