Controller

Hawaii State Federal Credit Union; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 122,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaii State Federal Credit Union seeks an accomplished accounting leader to step into a highly visible Controller role with broad organizational impact. You will guide the accounting function as the senior accounting authority and strategic partner to executive leadership.

You will help shape financial strategy, strengthen governance and controls, and drive operational excellence. This role leads regulatory and audit initiatives, advances process improvements, and develops a high-caliber

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• Comprehensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accounting principles.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, or finance experience.
• 3+ years in a supervisory or management role.

Responsibilities

• Lead the credit union's accounting organization and serve as its senior accounting officer.
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial reporting and regulatory filings.
• Serve as the primary accounting liaison for external auditors, regulators, and Board committees.
• Provide strategic financial leadership and decision support to executive management.
• Strengthen and continuously improve the organization's control environment, governance framework, and accounting operations.
• Lead finance transformation initiatives, develop accounting leaders, and help shape the long-term direction of the finance organization.

Skills

U.S. GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field

CPA license

MBA or other advanced degree

Job description

Position Summary

This is a rare opportunity for an accomplished accounting leader to step into a highly visible role with broad organizational impact.

As Controller, you will lead the accounting function for Hawaii's largest credit union, serving as the organization's senior accounting authority and a strategic partner to senior leadership. You will help shape financial strategy, strengthen governance and controls, drive operational excellence, lead regulatory and audit initiatives, and guide key decisions that support our long-term success.

You’ll have the opportunity to build on a strong foundation while driving modernization, process improvement, and innovation within the finance function. Just as importantly, you’ll lead and develop a talented team, helping position the organization for continued growth and success.

If you're looking for a role where your expertise will be valued, your voice will be heard, and your leadership will make a measurable difference, we'd love to hear from you.

This position is located at our HSFCU Headquarters in Downtown Honolulu.

Base Annual Salary Range

$121,900 - $160,020 per year per year

The posted range reflects the anticipated base pay for this position, with final compensation determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity.

Essential Duties

• Lead the credit union's accounting organization and serve as its senior accounting officer.
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial reporting and regulatory filings.
• Serve as the primary accounting liaison for external auditors, regulators, and Board committees.
• Provide strategic financial leadership and decision support to executive management.
• Strengthen and continuously improve the organization's control environment, governance framework, and accounting operations.
• Lead finance transformation initiatives, develop accounting leaders, and help shape the long-term direction of the finance organization.

Minimum Qualifications/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• Comprehensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP, accounting principles
• 8+ years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, or finance experience.
• 3+ years in a supervisory or management role.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

• CPA license; MBA or other advanced degree.
• Experience within a credit union, bank, or other highly regulated financial institution.
• Experience leading audits, regulatory examinations, and accounting process improvements.