VP, Controller

Golden State Farm Credit • Chico, CA

1d • $121,726 - $191,387 • Onsite

About The Position

Golden State Farm Credit is seeking a VP, Controller to provide strategic leadership and oversight of the Association’s accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and financial management. Reporting under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, the position is responsible for the Association’s long-range financial soundness and day-to-day financial activities, including asset-liability management and loan pricing (ALCO), financial planning, records and reporting, budgeting, internal controls, audit requests, and accounting functions. The role provides financial information and analysis to support sound business decisions and partners with executive leadership to promote financial integrity, regulatory compliance, accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

The VP, Controller directs the Finance Department’s day-to-day operations, delivers finance and accounting services, prepares and reviews financial and tax accounting and reports, and oversees budgeting, internal profitability analysis, the Association’s ICFR program, audits, and patronage calculations and payments. The role also manages the Association’s financial business plan and budgeting and business analysis functions, participates in the ALCO committee, and provides leadership and direction to the organization on financial and accounting matters. The position selects, trains, develops, motivates, and evaluates department staff and allocates work and resources.

The role requires protecting the confidentiality, security, and integrity of Association and client data, and supporting the Association’s mission and vision. The position works in an office environment and requires approximately 5% travel. Golden State Farm Credit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions.
• At least six years of progressively responsible finance and accounting experience.
• Expert knowledge of accounting principles, regulations, systems, and tax regulations.
• Ability to interpret FASB, GAAP, IRS, and FCA regulations and reporting requirements, as well as other federal, state, and local laws, and implement compliant practices.
• Strong administration, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze information and form logical, objective conclusions.
• Precision and accuracy in posting, editing, tracking, organizing, and reviewing data and documents.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, financial reporting software, and data visualization platforms.
• Advanced knowledge of accounts payable, loan and lease accounting processes, and financial statements.
• Knowledge of SOX/ICFR accounting principles, controls, and requirements.
• Knowledge of business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, production methods, auditing, and coordination of people and resources.
• Ability to identify and organize resources, prioritize changing workloads, optimize efficiency, and achieve Association goals.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to converse and communicate with customers in English.
• Ability to serve and work efficiently with internal and external customers in a professional, respectful manner.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Financial Accountant, or Certified Management Accountant certification preferred.
• Ability to adapt to evolving financial technologies and use digital tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making.
• Comfort evaluating and implementing new technologies to streamline processes and support strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Set and execute Finance Department operating priorities and allocate resources to deliver high-quality finance and accounting services.
• Provide business services including pricing, accounting, reporting, and tax support, as well as management reporting and recommendations, business analysis, cost allocations, efficiency measurements, and management of fixed assets and facilities investments.
• Support HR systems and incentive calculations.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial and tax accounting and internal and external reporting.
• Prepare the annual final budget package for CFO approval and analyze budget-to-actual results on an ongoing basis.
• Manage internal profitability analyses and reports.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Finance and Accounting internal controls and policies.
• Oversee the Association’s ICFR program and coordinate activities with business owners and internal and external auditors; work with the CFO and provide appropriate information to management and the audit committee.
• Prepare patronage scenarios and resolutions for Board approval; calculate patronage payments by customer or borrower, coordinate payment processing, and complete reports for staff and auditors.
• Coordinate financial audit timing and scope in accordance with regulatory bank guidance, provide documentation, and respond to auditor and reviewer questions.
• Manage the Association’s financial business plan and budgeting and business analysis functions.
• Manage the Association’s asset-liability position and participate in the Association’s ALCO committee.
• Provide leadership and direction to the organization, particularly in finance and accounting.
• Work with senior leadership to formulate direction, strategies, and objectives for financial and accounting operations.
• Select, train, develop, motivate, set performance standards for, and evaluate department staff.
• Communicate and reinforce expectations, Association updates, and business goals to staff.
• Determine work assignments, standard processes, and resource allocation to optimize staff efficiency.
• Protect the confidentiality, security, and integrity of Association systems, data, and client data.
• Understand, apply, and support the Association’s mission and vision in the workplace and when working with customers.

Benefits

• Team-based incentive program with an opportunity for a payout of up to 15% of base salary, based on Association performance.
• The position may be eligible for individual incentive opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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