Interim Controller - 90-day assignment on-site

Description

Job Title: Interim Controller (90-day assignment, on-site in Chatsworth)

At Premier America Credit Union, our Core Purpose is to serve our members by making it easier to meet today’s needs and reach tomorrow’s dreams. Talented team members succeed in our organization by demonstrating a commitment to our shared values of accountability, friendliness and respect, a passion for delivering great service, giving back to our communities, and pursuing personal growth. Come grow with us and be part of growth and the Premier America family!

Overview:

Premier America Credit Union seeks a short-term Contract Controller to support year-end activities. The role assists the CFO with accounting and financial reporting management, working with leadership to implement policies and action plans aligned with credit union strategy. Key duties include overseeing financial planning, reporting, and budgeting; maintaining internal controls; producing timely consolidated statements; preparing variance and trend reports for analysis; ensuring compliance with regulatory and audit requirements (including multi-state tax and call reporting); supervising staff; and managing external audits.

The ideal candidate brings not only deep technical and financial expertise, but also a demonstrated ability to think multidimensionally, act with integrity, and communicate with clarity and influence at all levels of the organization.

What You Will Do:

• Assumes responsibility for the performance of the accounting function.
• Provides direction and assistance to the organizational units regarding accounting policies and procedures and efficient control and utilization of financial resources.
• Maintains and updates Allowance Loan and Lease Loss (“ALLL”) Policy. Ensures adequacy of ALLL balance and performs monthly ALLL calculation.
• Provides business evaluations related to mergers, acquisitions, and business line acquisitions and sales.
• Oversees all aspects of wires and cash orders.
• Oversees all aspect of accounting operations: A/P, A/R, Cash Management, Payroll, Tax, Inventory Control and general accounting.
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining internal controls.
• Responsible for the month-end close including ensuring timeliness & accuracy.
• Responsible for overseeing and managing daily and monthly general ledger reconciliations.
• Responsible for loan accounting.
• Responsible for FAS91 accounting.
• Responsible for fixed asset and work in process accounts.
• Responsible for quarterly Mortgage Servicing Rights (MSR) accounting.
• Responsible for quarterly 5300 Call Report regulatory filing.
• Oversees and review accounting policies and controls, ensuring GAAP compliance.
• Prepares and oversees preparation of financial statements and detailed analysis.
• Prepares management reports as necessary for supporting the needs of the Board.
• Serves as primary contact for external auditors, internal auditors and regulators relative to Premier America’s financial operations.
• Assesses the impact of new and/or potential regulatory and accounting pronouncements relative to the organization’s financial operations. Ensures Premier America’s compliance with such pronouncements.
• Drives process improvement and seeks ways to improve operational efficiency.
• Stays informed of trends and changes in the accounting field.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field required.
• Must be able to start immediately and work thru assignment completion.
• CPA required.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in accounting functions within a credit union or banking environment.
• Proven track record of managing accounting functions efficiently and effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills and executive presence; able to build trust and influence across the organization.

Perks Important To You:

Our Team Members enjoy the following rewards and benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Subsidized health care including medical, dental and vision
• FSA and HSA
• Company-Paid Life and A&D insurance
• Discounts on loans (must be a member)
• Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick time
• 401k Retirement Saving Plan with a 6% safe harbor employer match
• Educational Assistance Program and more!

About Us:

Founded in 1957, Premier America is one of the nation’s largest credit unions, with over 100,000 members and more than $3 billion in assets. But more importantly, we are ever mindful of one crucial fact: we exist to serve the needs of all members - the owners of Premier America. With a large retail branch network, access to over 30,000+ surcharge-free ATMs; and the Shared Branch Network, Premier America provides financial services to those who live, work, worship or attend school in the Ventura and Los Angeles counties of California, and Harris County in Texas.

Credit unions, such as Premier America, have a rich history evolving from the idea that people working together can create better financial solutions, especially when as owners, members have a vested interest in their collective success. Whether offering higher savings rates and affordable mortgage options, loans for unexpected emergencies or financial counseling during difficult times, credit unions have always made a meaningful difference in the lives of members