Head of FP&A and Accounting

People's Credit Union; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) and Roth options with employer匹

Performance-based incentive

Employee discounts on loan products

Job summary

People’s Credit Union seeks a seasoned Head of FP&A and Accounting to lead all financial planning, analysis, and reporting efforts. You will drive regulatory reporting, budgeting, ALM, liquidity, and internal controls while advising business leaders on financial strategy.

You will translate complex data into clear performance insights, align operations with strategic goals, and mentor the finance team in a fast-paced credit union environment in Rhode Island.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Five to ten years of professional finance/accounting and supervisory experience.
• Advanced skills in Excel and Word.
• Experience with GL software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and regulatory policies.
• Lead financial and regulatory reporting and audits.
• Manage ALM, liquidity, and budgeting processes.
• Partner with departments to drive strategic decisions.

Skills

Excel

Financial analysis

Communication

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

GL software

Word

Job description

People’s Credit Union is built on the belief that members and employees should feel a sense of belonging. Based on our Core Values, we created that feeling by design to offer you a genuine sense of community where you are supported personally and professionally.

If you work here, you belong here.

Your Values Align With Ours

We hire employees whose core values match our own. We can train for competency, but if you’re also genuine, trustworthy, earnest, empathetic, and resourceful, we want you on our team.

Your Future Is Bright

We recognize that careers are not always straight lines. Professional development is a shared responsibility. We are committed to providing opportunities and resources to help you navigate your career paths and achieve your goals. Let's work together to foster growth and development in our organization.

What You’ll Gain

Growth and Development

• Emerging Leaders program designed for high potential employees
• Proven career mobility:
  • 21 program participants promoted or transferred (14 into leadership roles)
  • 16 overall promotions in calendar year 2025
  • 9 Transfers for advancement in calendar year 2025

Benefits That Support You

• Medical, dental (BCBSRI), and vision (VSP) coverage
• 401(k) and Roth options with a competitive employer match
• Performance based incentive (target 4% of salary)
• Employee discounts on loan products

Time & Flexibility

• Paid day off for annual primary care visit
• 100% Employee participation in community service in 2025

Culture & Connection

• Highly engaged workforce – 94% participation in most recent engagement survey
• Open-door, “ask anything” culture
• Employee events and team connection opportunities

You Belong Here

People’s Credit Union is built on the belief that members and employees should feel a sense of belonging. Based on our Core Values, we created that feeling by design to offer you a genuine sense of community where you are supported personally and professionally.

If you work here, you belong here.

Position Summary

This position provides extraordinary member experience by planning, organizing, and directing the activities involved in the administration of all functions within the Finance Department, including regulatory reporting, budget preparation, financial planning and analysis, investment management, asset-liability management, liquidity management, as well as development of internal controls and procedures.

The Head of FP&A and Accounting is also a trusted financial advisor and thought partner to business and functional leaders across the Credit Union. This role supports informed decision-making by translating financial data into practical insights that align operational performance with the credit union’s mission, strategic plan, and financial sustainability goals.

Essential Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Accounting and Regulatory Policies

• Researches and interprets new regulatory, financial accounting standards board (FASB), and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) pronouncements, and determines if there is a financial and operational impact on the credit union.
• Develops and implements new accounting policies and procedures within the credit union by working with other division leaders when necessary.
• Reviews and revises accounting policies and procedures when changes are warranted.

Financial and Regulatory Reporting

• Ensures the daily and month end close is prepared accurately and efficiently.
• Reviews financial results for reasonableness and investigates and reports on variances.
• Develops, manages, and maintains reliable and accurate financial reporting on income, expense, assets, liabilities, and capital. Interprets and presents financial reports to management, appraising operating results in terms of profitability, performance against budget for management planning and decision making.
• Prepares and/or oversees accurate and timely preparation of all regulatory reports, including but not limited to state and federal agencies, including Call Report, tax filings, FHLB QCR and FRB BIC.
• Liaison to external auditors; coordinates the production of annual audited financial statements and footnotes.
• Assists with, and responds to, requests relating to examinations and audits.

Systems and Other

• Maintains the Credit Union’s accounting system, including Chart of Accounts, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Investments, Prepaids/Accruals.
• Finance department liaison for data warehouse.
• Ensures the Credit Union’s accounting procedures, practices, and policies include appropriate controls to mitigate risk, support the organization’s strategic goals, and are in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Responsible for the administration and execution of the Credit Union’s Reconciliation Policy.
• Serves as key contact for all correspondent and safekeeping relationships.
• Completes all assigned risk assessments/reviews.
• Responsible for the Finance department Business Continuity Plan.

Asset Liability Management (ALM) and Liquidity

• Serves as a member of the Asset Liability Committee (ALCO) and any other committees as assigned.
• Works with the Head of Finance & Risk to prepare the monthly ALCO agenda, and responsible for all supporting documents to be provided.
• Assists Head of Finance & Risk with the preparation and review of Asset Liability Management Quarterly IRR Simulation.
• Administers the Credit Union’s investment portfolio in accordance with Head of Finance & Risk and/or ALCO directives.Manages the daily liquidity position. Monitors trends and short-term forecasts, making appropriate recommendations to the Head of Finance & Risk when necessary.
• Proficient in Liquidity 360 and Deposit 360, Darling Consulting Software.

Budgeting

• Responsible for the management and complete understanding of the Budget Software.
• Works with the Head of Finance & Risk to develop the Net Interest Margin using the Budget Software Vantage.
• Manages the coordination and development of the annual budget for non-interest income and expensefor the Credit Union utilizing the Budget Software Vantage.
• Responsible for all reporting to perform analytics, and provides reporting during the budget process.
• Responsible for all reporting at various detail levels using the Budget Software.

Business Partner

• You will provide financial expertise and support to specific departments within the Credit Union (e.g. Lending, Retail, HR, IT) and act as a liaison between the finance function and various business units, helping to bridge the gap between financial data and business decisions.
• You will be responsible for core financial planning activities, including budgeting and forecasting, and will serve as a key control steward, helping to drive business strategic decisions.
• You will develop financial models to forecast future performance,assess investment opportunities,and evaluate financial risks for the business, and to analyze the impact of business decisions on financial performance.
• Thrive in data-driven decision-making, cross-functional partnerships, and continuous improvement with a strategic thinker mindset.
• Take ownership of dedicated KPIs reporting.
• Prepare documentation, analytics and controls to support internal and external reporting.
• Assist in coordinating and producing consolidated quarterly and monthly reporting and financial reviews with other stakeholders.

Leadership & Culture

• Model People’s Credit Union’s values and purpose in all interactions, decisions, and leadership practices.
• Continuously develops expertise and leverages industry trends to strengthen performance and align with the Credit Union’s strategic direction.
• Champions financial literacy and transparency internally, helping all employees understand how their work contributes to PCU’s success.
• Serves as a visible leader and ambassador of PCU’s mission in the community and the credit union movement.
• Communicates organizational updates and initiatives to staff in a timely and effective manner.
• Maintains a positive leadership role with staff and works to foster a culture of trust, collaboration and accountability.
• Effective management in creating highly motivated, well-trained staff.
• Ensures all employees have appropriate training and development plans including the recommendations of appropriate external and internal training as necessary for staff development.

Artificial Intelligence

• Leads the development and execution of artificial intelligence, automation, and data analytics initiatives within the Finance Department.
• Champions the use of artificial intelligence tools to streamline workflows, reduce manual processes, and enhance the productivity of the Finance team.
• Establishes governance, controls, and risk management practices related to the use of artificial intelligence and automated decision-support tools within Finance.

Other Duties

• Oversees the management of assigned systems and vendor relationships to ensure efficiency and proper maintenance of systems, services, and equipment. Completes all assigned risk assessments/reviews, and monitors Credit Union operations, policies, and procedures within assigned department(s) to ensure proper mitigating controls are implemented and adhered to as required.

Key Behavioral Competencies

Initiative

Individuals effective at this competency are able to take effective action without being directed. When they see a need or are given a goal, they take full ownership and act on it without waiting for someone to tell them what to do or how. They seek out guidance when needed so they are able to achieve goals. They make things happen.

Problem Solving and Decision Making

Individuals effective at this competency exhibit good judgment and sound logic. They are able to identify the problem at its core, determine solutions, and make decisions. They are able to identify the core issues by gathering relevant information and including the appropriate individuals and sources to highlight the issue as well as outline solutions. They are committed to solving the issue by making a decision based on the information and taking action.

Organization Process Thinking

Individuals effective at the competency can see the organization as connected and integrated systems and processes. They understand the general concepts of the organization and the business that it operates. They create and align processes as the business and organization changes and understand how a change in one area is connected to other areas in the organization. They are effective at using the interdependencies to create synergy within the organization.

Influence

Individuals effective at this competency are able to read people and situations to skillfully direct, persuade, and motivate others. They customize their communication to the audience and create trust by transparency, honesty, and dealing with all situations with competence and a sense of fairness.

Talent Development

Individuals effective at this competency are continuously assessing talent and succession planning. They are able to identify strengths and weaknesses, assess potential, and clearly address individuals’ performance and potential with clear development goals, continuous coaching, identification of future roles, and delegation of appropriate development projects and assignments.

Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Five to ten years professional experience, which includes progressive finance/accounting and supervisory experience.
• Advanced computer skills in Excel and Word.
• Prior experience working with GL software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Mathematical skills and strong analytical experience.

ADA Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Perform primarily sedentary work with limited physical exertion and occasional lifting of up to 10 lbs.
• Must be able to operate routine office equipment including telephone, copier, facsimile, and calculator.
• Must be able to routinely perform work on computer for an average of 6-8 hours per day.
• Must be able to work additional hours whenever required or requested by management.
• Must be capable of regular, reliable and timely attendance.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to routinely perform work indoors in climate-controlled shared work area with minimal noise.
• Must be able to prioritize work, maintain engagement and productivity in a remote work environment.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans.