Vice President - Controller

Chartway Federal Credit Union•Virginia Beach, VA

About The Position

All of us at Chartway stand united in our strong culture of listening and learning. We treat people with respect, integrity, and kindness, and are committed to continuously developing a diverse and inclusive workplace where team members are empowered to be their authentic selves. All backgrounds, viewpoints, and life experiences are welcome, knowing this commitment strengthens our credit union family and communities. The Controller reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and plays a central role in executing the credit union’s financial strategy. This position oversees the credit union’s accounting functions and ensures accurate and timely measurement of financial health and fiscal operating results. By fostering strong collaboration across the organization, the Controller prepares, presents, and interprets financial reports for leadership. This position advises senior leaders on fiscal controls, performance trends, process improvements, and profitability. The Controller establishes and maintains effective financial procedures that support sound decision-making and organizational control.

Requirements

Proven experience and understanding of financial institution accounting practices and regulatory requirements.
Deep knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and retain a high-performing accounting team.
Strong collaboration skills with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and influence stakeholders.
Experience managing relationships with auditors, regulators, and external advisors.
Proficiency in financial ratio analysis.
Familiarity with process automation and data analytics
Demonstrated ability to partner effectively at the senior executive level.
Bachelor’s degree required. CPA designation required. Substantially equivalent CPA-type credentials may be considered based on experience.
Approximately 10 or more years in an accounting leadership role, preferably in a financial institution. Must have experience in GAAP, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
Candidates must have a good credit history for consideration.
Salary requirements must be included and resumes must be accompanied by a Chartway Employment Application for consideration.

Responsibilities

Lead the Accounting team in applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and complying with applicable NCUA regulations.
Provide senior leadership with insights and analysis of financial trends and operating results.
Interpret existing and emerging accounting standards to guide internal financial practices.
Collaborate with business leaders to identify and implement process efficiencies.
Ensure timely and efficient month-end and year-end closings by leveraging technology to automate manual tasks.
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounting team.
Calculate, analyze, and report key financial ratios for the credit union.
Coordinate and manage external audits; serve as the primary liaison for auditors and examiners.
Monitor and identify trends within accounting data, including variances, recurring issues, or unusual patterns, and assess their impact on financial reporting and internal controls.
Develop and deliver presentations that clearly communicate accounting updates, financial statement changes, or process improvements to senior leaders, auditors, and cross-functional teams.
Educate internal stakeholders on accounting procedures, regulatory updates, and financial statement interpretation to support compliance and informed decision-making.
Serve as a subject matter expert on accounting topics, providing clarity in meetings, audits, and organizational communications.
Represent Chartway in industry associations and peer networks to stay informed of emerging trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in accounting and financial operations.
Collaborate with other credit union and community leaders to advance the profession, share insights, and contribute to initiatives that improve financial well-being and operational excellence across the industry.
Demonstrate leadership beyond the organization by driving outcomes that positively impact the broader credit union community and Chartway’s members.
Provide direct leadership and coaching to accounting managers and team members.
Promote operational excellence through process improvements and by gaining alignment from senior leadership.
Develop and mentor a high-performing team by modeling behaviors that reflect the mission and values of the organization.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.