VP Controller: Strategic Finance Leader

KLR Executive Search Group LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro Credit Union in Massachusetts is seeking a Vice President, Controller to lead the accounting function and a team of up to eight professionals, ensuring accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls to support the CFO and Board.

You will drive continuous improvement of processes and systems, partner with auditors and regulators, and guide talent development while responsibly leveraging AI tools where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• CPA and/or master's degree strongly preferred.
• Experience leading accounting in a financial institution.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory reporting and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting function, including a team of eight accounting professionals.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, internal controls, and meaningful financial insights for the CFO and Board.
• Partner with the CFO, executive team, auditors, regulators, and Board committees on key financial matters.
• Support investment accounting, liquidity management, and asset-liability management activities.
• Drive continuous improvement of accounting systems, processes, and technology adoption, including responsible use of AI tools where appropriate.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Internal controls

Regulatory compliance

Staff development

Financial reporting

Strategic partnership

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA

MBA/masters in accounting/finance

Tools

Audit coordination

Job description

Metro Credit Union in Massachusetts is seeking a Vice President, Controller to lead the accounting function and a team of up to eight professionals, ensuring accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls to support the CFO and Board.

You will drive continuous improvement of processes and systems, partner with auditors and regulators, and guide talent development while responsibly leveraging AI tools where appropriate.