Vice President - Accounting

Chartway Federal Credit Union; Virginia Beach, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartway Federal Credit Union in Virginia Beach, VA, seeks a Vice President of Accounting to lead the accounting function and ensure accurate financial reporting across the organization. You will guide GAAP compliance, collaborate with senior leaders, oversee month-end and year-end closings, and drive process improvements leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and internal controls.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree, CPA designation, 10+ years in accounting leadership within

Qualifications

• Proven experience with financial institution accounting practices and regulatory requirements.
• Deep knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and retain a high-performing accounting team.
• Strong collaboration skills with ability to communicate complex information to stakeholders.
• Experience managing relationships with auditors, regulators, and external advisors.
• Proficiency in financial ratio analysis and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Accounting team in applying GAAP and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
• Provide senior leadership with insights and analysis of financial trends and operating results.
• Interpret accounting standards to guide internal financial practices and decision-making.
• Collaborate with business leaders to identify and implement process efficiencies.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closings and leverage technology to automate tasks.
• Coordinate external audits and serve as primary liaison for auditors and examiners.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Financial analysis

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication to leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CPA designation

Job description

Job Title: Vice President - Accounting
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Virginia Beach, Virginia or South Jordan, Utah
Hiring Range: $170,000 - $200,000 annually ($6,538.46 - $7,692.31 bi-weekly salary)
(Higher compensation may be considered based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity)

All of us at Chartway stand united in our strong culture oflistening and learning. We treat people with respect, integrity, and kindness,and are committed to continuously developing a diverse and inclusive workplacewhere team members are empowered to be their authentic selves. All backgrounds,viewpoints, and life experiences are welcome, knowing this commitmentstrengthens our credit union family and communities.

This position oversees the credit union’s accountingfunctions and ensures accurate and timely measurement of financial health andfiscal operating results. By fostering strong collaboration across theorganization, the VP of Accounting prepares, presents, and interprets financialreports for leadership. This position advises senior leaders on fiscalcontrols, performance trends, process improvements, and profitability. The VP of Accounting establishes and maintains effective financial procedures thatsupport sound decision-making and organizational control.

Responsibleand Accountable for:

• Lead the Accounting team in applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and complying with applicable NCUA regulations.
• Provide senior leadership with insights and analysis of financial trends and operating results.
• Interpret existing and emerging accounting standards to guide internal financial practices.
• Collaborate with business leaders to identify and implement process efficiencies.
• Ensure timely and efficient month-end and year-end closings by leveraging technology to automate manual tasks.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounting team.
• Calculate, analyze, and report key financial ratios for the credit union.
• Coordinate and manage external audits; serve as the primary liaison for auditors and examiners.

Strategic Accounting Leadership

• Lead the Accounting team in applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and complying with applicable NCUA regulations.
• Provide senior leadership with insights and analysis of financial trends and operating results.
• Interpret existing and emerging accounting standards to guide internal financial practices.
• Collaborate with business leaders to identify and implement process efficiencies.
• Ensure timely and efficient month-end and year-end closings by leveraging technology to automate manual tasks.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounting team.
• Calculate, analyze, and report key financial ratios for the credit union.
• Coordinate and manage external audits; serve as the primary liaison for auditors and examiners.

Accounting Analysis and Communication

• Monitor and identify trends within accounting data, including variances, recurring issues, or unusual patterns, and assess their impact on financial reporting and internal controls.
• Develop and deliver presentations that clearly communicate accounting updates, financial statement changes, or process improvements to senior leaders, auditors, and cross-functional teams.
• Educate internal stakeholders on accounting procedures, regulatory updates, and financial statement interpretation to support compliance and informed decision-making.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on accounting topics, providing clarity in meetings, audits, and organizational communications.

Industry and Community Engagement

• Represent Chartway in industry associations and peer networks to stay informed of emerging trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in accounting and financial operations.
• Collaborate with other credit union and community leaders to advance the profession, share insights, and contribute to initiatives that improve financial well‑being and operational excellence across the industry.
• Demonstrate leadership beyond the organization by driving outcomes that positively impact the broader credit union community and Chartway’s members.

Leadership and Team Development

• Provide direct leadership and coaching to accounting managers and team members.
• Promote operational excellence through process improvements and by gaining alignment from senior leadership.
• Develop and mentor a high‑performing team by modeling behaviors that reflect the mission and values of the organization.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ANDABILITIES

• Proven experience and understanding offinancial institution accounting practices and regulatory requirements.
• Deep knowledge of GAAP and financialreporting standards.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, andretain a high-performing accounting team.
• Strong collaboration skills with theability to communicate complex information clearly and influencestakeholders.
• Experience managing relationships withauditors, regulators, and external advisors.
• Proficiency in financial ratio analysis.
• Familiarity with process automation anddata analytics
• Demonstrated ability to partnereffectively at the senior executive level.

EDUCATIONAND EXPERIENCE:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required. CPA designation required. Substantially equivalent CPA-type credentials may be considered based on experience.
• Experience: Approximately 10 or more years in an accounting leadership role, preferably in a financial institution. Must have experience in GAAP, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.

Chartway offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Candidates must have a good credit history for consideration. Salary requirements must be included and resumes must be accompanied by a Chartway Employment Application for consideration.

Chartway Federal Credit Union is an EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet Employer.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed for the job interview process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at 1-877-319-4818 extension 45863 or email us at [e-mail].