Chief Financial Officer

Credit Union Executives Society, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Credit Union in Kansas City, MO is seeking a strategic Chief Financial Officer to oversee accounting, budgeting, investment management, ALCO, and financial reporting. The CFO will partner with the CEO and Board to strengthen financial governance and support growth aligned with the credit union’s mission.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration and at least five years of senior financial leadership within financial institutions; credit

Qualifications

• Five+ years of senior financial leadership experience in a financial institution.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration is required.
• Experience with budgeting, investments, ALCO, liquidity management, and regulatory reporting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations (GL, AP, fixed assets, payroll) and internal controls.
• Develop and manage annual budget and forecasts; ensure timely financial reporting.
• Direct investments and ALCO activities; monitor liquidity and interest rate risk.
• Present financial information to executive leadership, the Board, and regulators.
• Lead, develop, and support accounting teams; ensure regulatory compliance and governance.

Skills

Financial leadership

Budgeting

Investments

ALCO leadership

Regulatory reporting

Financial governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Job description

Chief Financial Officer

Public Safety CU

Kansas City, MO

USA

Position Description

Protect the Balance Sheet. Fuel Sound Growth. Shape What’s Next.

Do You Belong Here?

For more than 90 years, Public Safety Credit Union (Kansas City, MO) has remained true to its purpose, serving first responders and their families across Missouri and Kansas: police officers, firefighters, EMS professionals, and the people who stand behind them.

Public Safety Credit Union is now seeking a strategic, analytical, and hands‑on leader to serve as our next Chief Financial Officer. This is a chance to guide the financial strength of a credit union with a proud legacy and a clear mission. The CFO will oversee accounting, budgeting, investment management, asset/liability management, payroll administration, and financial reporting. This leader will balance strategic vision with active involvement in day‑to‑day operations, ensuring financial strength, regulatory compliance, and sound stewardship on behalf of members.

Reporting to the President/CEO, the CFO will serve as a key advisor to the CEO, the senior leadership team, and the Board of Directors. The CFO will partner across the organization to support strategic decision‑making, strengthen financial governance, and align financial operations with the credit union’s mission, values, and growth objectives.

At Public Safety Credit Union, our commitment goes beyond banking. Through our partnership with various programs, the credit union supports the families of law enforcement officers, firefighters, and EMS workers who have died in the line of duty. We also proudly support causes that matter to the first responder community, including the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb, the KCPD CARE Team, and Special Olympics.

Is Your Purpose Building Financial Strength?

The Chief Financial Officer will be a key leader in protecting and strengthening the credit union’s financial foundation, both now and in the years ahead.

A significant focus of the role will be directing all accounting operations, including the general ledger, accounts payable, fixed assets, CECL, payroll, and financial controls. The CFO will make sure monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting is accurate and timely, develop and manage the annual budget and forecasts, and maintain strong internal controls that safeguard the credit union’s assets.

This leader will also manage the investment portfolio and asset/liability management activities with the President/CEO and the Asset/Liability Committee (ALCO). The CFO will monitor liquidity, earnings, and interest rate risk, and will present ALCO, investment, and financial trend reports to executive leadership and the Board. They will turn complex financial information into clear, actionable insight that guides strategic decisions.

Beyond finance and accounting, the CFO will:

• Be the primary financial liaison with auditors, examiners, and regulatory agencies
• Oversee payment services operations, including ACH, share drafts, and wires
• Administer the credit union’s 401(k) Plan
• Negotiate vendor contracts

Can We Grow Together?

The ideal candidate is an experienced financial institution leader with at least five years of senior‑level financial leadership experience. They will have a proven record in budgeting, investments, asset/liability management, and regulatory reporting. A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required. Financial institution experience is required, and direct credit union experience is strongly preferred.

The successful candidate will bring:

• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls for financial institutions
• A strong understanding of credit union regulatory requirements and financial management practices
• Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, investments, asset/liability management, liquidity, and financial risk management
• Experience presenting financial information to executive leadership, Boards, and regulatory bodies
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills and sound judgment
• Experience leading, developing, and supporting accounting teams
• Clear, confident communication skills and the ability to tailor complex information to different audiences
• A collaborative leadership style and a high level of discretion and integrity

This leader will be equally comfortable working through a CECL analysis, preparing for an ALCO meeting, leading an examination, presenting to the Board, and rolling up their sleeves alongside their team. As Public Safety Credit Union continues to grow, the Chief Financial Officer will play an essential role in strengthening its financial position, improving how work gets done, and building the capacity for responsible, sustainable growth.

The salary range for this position is $135,000–$175,000 annually, with a target starting salary of $155,000. In addition to your base compensation, you will be eligible for a bonus incentive based on the successful completion of several predetermined goals and metrics.