Chief Financial Officer

Securityplus Federal Credit Union; Milford Mill (MD); On-site; USD 175,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to drive financial strategies and ensure compliance while fostering team leadership and collaboration. This role involves overseeing budgeting, risk management, and operational improvements to enhance member services and organizational growth.

Benefits

401(k) retirement benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Annual incentive bonus

Opportunities for career growth

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in finance or accounting.
• 5+ years in senior management or executive leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Drive financial growth, optimize operations, and ensure long-term stability.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Problem-Solving

Financial Strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field

MBA

Job description

At Securityplus Federal Credit Union, we're more than just a financial institution-we're a community dedicated to making a lasting impact on our members' lives. With a mission of building lasting relationships and ensuring that households in our communities are financially healthy, we always put our members first. Our obsession with creating a member-centric culture drives everything we do, and we're looking for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) who shares that passion.

If you're ready to help us grow and transform how we connect with our members, you might be the person we're looking for.

About this Role

Ready to fuel our next stage of growth? We're looking for a strategic CFO to drive financial growth, optimize operations, and ensure long-term stability. Working with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), you will oversee budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and compliance, ensuring alignment with state, federal, and GAAP standards. You'll lead audits, financial planning, and operational improvements, providing data-driven insights that fuel growth and empower our community.

If you are passionate about fiscal leadership, analytical problem-solving, and enhancing financial frameworks, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact and shape the future of Securityplus Federal Credit Union.

Strategic Financial Leadership & Planning

Develop and execute long- and short-term financial strategies that align with the credit union's mission and objectives. Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis to drive informed business decisions and operational efficiency.

Regularly communicate financial results, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations to the Board of Directors, Supervisory Committee, CEO, and management team, ensuring transparency and sound decision-making. Additionally, support the organization in evaluating growth opportunities, capital investments, and financial sustainability initiatives to strengthen long-term success.

Y ou'll be responsible for :

Financial Operations & Compliance

Oversee accounting, treasury, asset liability management (ALM), investments, and risk assessment to ensure financial stability and regulatory compliance. Act as the primary liaison with auditors and regulators, ensuring transparency and accountability. Develop and implement financial policies that enhance efficiency, compliance, and integration across all departments, supporting long-term success.

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Lead and develop the finance and accounting team, fostering excellence, innovation, and efficiency. Oversee hiring, performance, coaching, and training to maximize team potential and ensure compliance with regulations and organizational goals. Collaborate with executive leadership to align financial strategies, optimize costs, and enhance operational efficiency. Conduct regular reviews and hold staff meetings to drive engagement, improve processes, and keep teams informed on key developments.

Implement and oversee internal audit processes, including cash counts, teller drawer audits, loan documentation reviews, and fraud risk mitigation, to ensure financial integrity and regulatory compliance. Develop risk management strategies that safeguard liquidity, investments, and operational stability. Assist in vendor negotiations and major purchasing decisions, ensuring financial prudence and cost-effectiveness. Continuously evaluate and enhance internal controls, conducting regular audits and reviews to mitigate risks and strengthen financial oversight.

Innovation & Financial Process Optimization

Utilizing data analytics and financial modeling to drive informed decision-making and enhance financial efficiency. Identify and implement technological advancements to modernize operations, improve reporting accuracy, and streamline financial processes. Focus on member-centric strategies that promote financial sustainability and long-term growth, ensuring the credit union remains competitive and forward-thinking.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field required; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in finance or accounting with a progressive track record; experience in the financial sector is highly valued.
• 5+ years in a senior management or executive leadership role responsible for finance; initiatives contributing to an organization's financial success.
• ALM certification preferred.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire a high-performing team and foster collaboration.
• Experience developing member-centric strategies that drive sustainable growth, increase engagement and build loyalty.
• Cool, quirky skills we haven't asked about yet? We'd love to hear about them.

Why You'll Love Working at Securityplus :

Mission-Driven Organization

You'll be part of a credit union that's all about helping our members and communities thrive

Competitive Salary & Benefits Package

We offer a competitive salary, Retirement benefits such as a 401(k), health, dental, and vision benefits with a company contribution, and the opportunity to earn an annual incentive bonus.

Opportunities for Career Growth

We value internal development and offer opportunities for career progression into new roles and other departments.

Work-Life Balance

We believe in work / life balance. No burnout allowed here!

Culture of Fun and Collaboration :

No egos, no endless meetings-just a team of passionate people who genuinely love working together to make a positive difference.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position involves typical office work such as the use of the PC, reviewing manuals and related office papers, the use of the telephone, fax, and photocopy machines. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit; occasionally required to stand; walk; reach; talk; and hear. The employee may occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Ready to Help Us Reach New Heights?

We're looking for someone who's ready to roll up their sleeves and drive our next phase of growth. If you're ready to make an impact and help drive our growth, we'd love to see your resume and / or cover letter. Tell us how your passion and experience will help elevate our growth strategy and why you're excited about joining Securityplus.

Salary Description

175,000- $300,000

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