VP, Accounting

Chevron Federal Credit Union is one of the top-run credit unions in the country – and one of the largest, with $5 billion in assets. Yet our corporate culture is not stuffy: the Team Spirit Committee runs fun activities and charitable events throughout the year, and work-life balance, mutual respect, diversity, and providing a voice for every employee are all important to us. As you might imagine, we provide competitive pay and great benefits, including:

• Bonus/incentives for all regular employees
• 401(k) with 8% company contribution
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents paid at 80%
• PTO and paid sabbaticals
• Tuition reimbursement

GENERAL SUMMARY

Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports by performing the following duties.  Maintains the appropriate level of controls and supervision to ensure accurate and timely reporting from the department.

Position Duties & Functions

• Prepares and/or reviews month/quarter-end financial reports including NCUA 5300 report.
• Analyzes financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital and prepares balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize current and projected company financial position. 
• Responsible for researching and documenting abnormalities or significant changes.

• Prepares and/or reviews variance reports as needed including Budget to Actual analysis.

• Works with Controller to prepare annual non-interest income and expense budget.

• Research and document technical accounting issues as necessary to ensure compliance with GAAP. 
• Ensures compliance with regulatory accounting/reporting requirements.
• Works with Controller to establish, modify, document, and coordinate implementation of accounting procedures, accounting control procedures, and general accounting systems. 

•  Coaches/supervises staff responsible for accounting month-end close.
• Manages staff responsible for general ledger/bank reconciliations and oversees management of Payroll, Settlement, and Accounts Payable functions.

• Responds to inquiries from various levels of management regarding data contained in financial statements.
• Researches and responds to inquiries of federal examiners, as well as internal and external auditors in written and verbal form.

• Continually evaluates department processes to identify opportunities for improvement and efficient operation.

• Other duties as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

EXPERIENCE and EDUCATION

• 6+ years’ related accounting experience required, including at least 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in accounting from four‑year college or university.
• CPA preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for stated qualifications.

KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS

• Excellent knowledge of accounting principles.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common professional and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from members, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, groups of members, and/or boards of directors in both written and oral form.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence, including email, using correct spelling and grammar.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra.
• Ability to write and speak effectively in English using correct spelling and grammar.
• Basic math skills including the ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages using a 10-key.
• Proficient in the use of basic applications in a Windows-based environment, including Outlook, Word, and Excel. Moderate keyboard skills at 40 wpm.
• Excellent customer service skills.

COMPETENCIES

• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to change; ability to quickly learn specialized applications and systems.
• Initiative and self-direction.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with people at all levels.
• Sound problem-solving and decision-making ability, including the ability to prioritize. 
• Ability to understand and align with our core competencies through daily projects and tasks:

Growth Mindset

Diversity & Inclusion

Communication

Change Ready Leadership

Responsibility

Problem Solving

Tech & Data Savvy

CU Business Acumen

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work involves extensive use of computers, up to eight hours per day. Appropriate vision, dexterity, and other physical abilities are required.
• May include occasional pushing, pulling, or carrying objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Must be able to speak and present on the telephone and/or through digital means of communication, including but not limited to Zoom/Teams/or other video technologies.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

Salary is based on qualifications and geographical location (Zone). Benefit information can be located on our Careers page here: https://www.chevronfcu.org/about-us/careers 

Zone 1: $179,764.00 - $224,705.00

Zone 2: $163,585.24 - $204,481.55

Zone 3: $151,001.76 - $207,627.42

Zone 4: $143,811.20 - $197,740.40

This position is eligible to participate in the Key Employee Incentive Plan. Annual incentive opportunity ranges from 0–14% of incentive eligible earnings, based on institutional performance (0–4%) and individual performance (0–10%). Incentive payments are discretionary and subject to approval. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

Chevron Federal Credit Union (CFCU) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. CFCU participates in E-Verify.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact us at 800-232-8101 for assistance.

CFCU Is CPRA Compliant for California Employees and Applicants, to review the Notice at Collection, click here. To submit a request, please refer to the Careers page for the CPRA Request Form.

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