Strategic Assistant Controller | GAAP, ALCO & Growth

Dow-Credit-Union; Midland (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly and annual incentives

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Dow Credit Union is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join our Accounting leadership team. This role partners with the Controller to ensure accurate financial reporting, drive forecasting and analysis, and lead audits and process improvements. CPA or pursuing one is preferred.

You will assist in budgeting, ALCO discussions, and system enhancements while supervising accounting staff in a collaborative, member-focused environment with hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting or financial management experience.
• 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel and financial analysis capabilities.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly financial close process and financial reporting activities.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.
• Prepare and maintain CECL methodologies, assumptions, and documentation.
• Research and apply new accounting standards and regulatory guidance.
• Serve as a member of the Asset-Liability Committee (ALCO).
• Lead monthly financial review meetings and communicate trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Oversee regulatory filings, including NCUA Call Reports.
• Own audit and examination coordination with internal and external auditors.
• Participate in annual budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff.
• Support ACH, wire, and payment operations oversight and risk management.
• Drive accounting automation, financial system enhancements, and process improvements.
• Evaluate new products, contracts, and business initiatives for accounting impacts.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation (preferred)

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Dow Credit Union is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join our Accounting leadership team. This role partners with the Controller to ensure accurate financial reporting, drive forecasting and analysis, and lead audits and process improvements. CPA or pursuing one is preferred.

You will assist in budgeting, ALCO discussions, and system enhancements while supervising accounting staff in a collaborative, member-focused environment with hybrid work options.