Controller

Hawaii Sate Credit Union • Honolulu, HI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Controller leads the accounting function for Hawaii's largest credit union and serves as the organization's senior accounting authority and a strategic partner to senior leadership. The role supports financial strategy, governance and controls, operational excellence, regulatory and audit initiatives, and organizational decision-making. It also offers the opportunity to modernize and improve finance processes and to lead and develop the accounting team. The position is located at the HSFCU Headquarters in Downtown Honolulu.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Comprehensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accounting principles.
• At least 8 years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, or finance experience.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.

Nice To Haves

• CPA license.
• MBA or another advanced degree.
• Experience within a credit union, bank, or other highly regulated financial institution.
• Experience leading audits, regulatory examinations, and accounting process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the credit union's accounting organization and serve as its senior accounting officer.
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting and regulatory filings.
• Serve as the primary accounting liaison for external auditors, regulators, and Board committees.
• Provide strategic financial leadership and decision support to executive management.
• Strengthen and continuously improve the organization's control environment, governance framework, and accounting operations.
• Lead finance transformation initiatives, develop accounting leaders, and help shape the long-term direction of the finance organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior