Vice President, Finance & Risk

Credit Union; Unity; Hybrid; CAD 190,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Credit Union invites a strategic, results-oriented executive to lead Finance & Risk as a member of the Executive Leadership Team. The VP will guide financial strategy, risk management, governance and regulatory compliance while partnering with the CEO and Board to sustain community-focused growth.

The role emphasizes financial stewardship, organizational resilience, and long-term sustainability, with flexibility for remote or hybrid arrangements where appropriate.

Qualifications

• CPA designation or equivalent senior financial leadership experience.
• Progressive leadership experience within a credit union or financial institution.
• Experience in financial management, enterprise risk management, governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong analytical and strategic decision-making abilities.
• Experience working with executive teams and Board of Directors.
• Collaborative leadership style with accountability and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Financial management, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Capital, liquidity, and balance sheet management.
• Regulatory compliance and governance.
• Board and committee reporting.
• Business continuity and organizational resilience.
• Strategic planning and organizational growth initiatives.

Skills

CPA designation

Executive leadership

Board interaction

Education

CPA designation or equivalent

Job description

Location: Unity is preferred, with flexible work arrangements available for the right candidate., Saskatchewan

Posting Date: Oct 29, 2026

Occupation Type: Executive

Employment Type: Full-time

Vice President, Finance & Risk

Permanent, Full-Time | Unity, Saskatchewan

On-site is preferred, remote or hybrid will be considered for the right candidate.

Unity Credit Union is seeking a strategic and collaborative leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as Vice President, Finance & Risk.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of a growing, community-based credit union. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will guide financial strategy, enterprise risk management, governance, regulatory compliance, and long-term organizational sustainability while working closely with the Board of Directors and leadership team.

While our preference is for the successful candidate to be based in or near Unity, Saskatchewan, we recognize that exceptional talent can be found beyond our immediate geography and are open to remote or hybrid work arrangements.

What you will lead:

• Financial management, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
• Capital, liquidity, and balance sheet management
• Regulatory compliance and governance
• Board and committee reporting
• Business continuity and organizational resilience
• Strategic planning and organizational growth initiatives

What we are looking for:

• A CPA designation or equivalent senior financial leadership experience
• Progressive leadership experience within a credit union, financial institution, or other regulated environment
• Experience in financial management, enterprise risk management, governance, and regulatory compliance
• Strong analytical, strategic, and decision-making abilities
• Experience working with executive teams and Board of Directors
• Collaborative leadership style with a focus on accountability, continuous improvement, and organizational success

Why join Unity Credit Union:

• Executive-level influence on organizational strategy and decision-making
• Opportunity to work directly with the CEO and Board of Directors
• Meaningful impact on the future direction of a Saskatchewan credit union
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote or hybrid options
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• A values-based organization committed to members, employees, and community

Applications will be accepted until November 27, 2026.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The successful candidate will be required to meet fidelity bonding requirements, including declaration of work history, completion of reference checks, a criminal record check, and a credit check.