Controller

Title - Controller

Location - Foothill Ranch, CA 92610 - no relocation offered

Salary - $110,000 - $125,000

Summary:

Following established procedures and under the direction of the CFO, responsible for maintaining and improving the operational efficiency of the accounting department. Ensures financial reporting accuracy in compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and regulatory requirements. Executes change and supports automation when necessary. Enhances the timeliness and quality of work product, enabling the accounting department to support the Credit Union's growth.

To uphold the Credit Union's fundamental values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages accounting operations, encompassing accounts payable, fixed asset accounting, loan accounting, general ledger management, and the month-end close process.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations, including the preparation and submission of tax filings.
• Identifies, recommends, and implements process improvements to streamline accounting functions.
• Develops, documents, and maintains accounting policies and internal controls to ensure accuracy, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Leads internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation.
• Mentors and develops accounting staff, providing training and professional growth opportunities to build a high-performing team.
• Stays current with changes in accounting regulations and industry best practices to maintain compliance and drive innovation
• Remains informed about Credit Union products, services, procedures, recent developments, and competitive offerings. Collaborates with various departments to achieve Credit Union objectives, gather and analyze data, and optimize processes.
• Demonstrates proficiency and ability in core competencies as required for the position. Actively pursues opportunities to expand skills and expertise through training, seminars, and professional networking. Supports Credit Union goals and objectives and actively participates in training sessions and special promotions.
• All other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications: To successfully fulfill this role, an individual must competently perform all essential duties. The following requirements represent the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to ensure individuals with disabilities can perform these essential functions.

Education/Experience: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required; CPA certification is preferred. Candidates must have proven experience in both technical and operational accounting, with a minimum of three years in a managerial capacity. A strong understanding of GAAP and experience in preparing financial statements are essential. The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership abilities, including mentoring and developing teams, fostering collaboration, and driving process improvements. Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills are necessary to manage competing priorities and support strategic decision-making. Experience in the financial industry is preferred.

Language Ability: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of members or employees of the organization.

Math Ability: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills: Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel. Knowledge of Symitar preferred.

Certificates and Licenses: CPA certification preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Light supervision includes training staff analyst and reviewing their work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Primarily indoor office work with quiet to moderate noise levels.
• Occasional work outside the office.
• No overnight travel is required.
• Occasional evenings and weekend schedules are required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands outlined here describe the requirements for an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to fulfill these essential functions.

• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

• Regularly required to sit, use hands, handle objects, and talk or hear.

• Occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Eagle Community Credit Union is committed to a workplace free from unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law. This applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including, without limitation, recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, promotion, compensation, evaluation, discipline, and discharge. For more information, please view https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters.

Eagle Community Credit Union values the contributions of our diverse workforce, including those with disabilities. Eagle is committed to complying fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable federal, state, and local laws. Eagle is also committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. This Company prohibits discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of disability as it pertains to the job application and hiring process and other terms and conditions of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact accommodation@eaglecu.org. This email is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers who disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or other technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) Matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Training Provided
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Volunteer Time Off
• Supplemental Insurance
• Employee Discounts

Salary : $110,000 - $125,000