Director, Assistant Controller - Financial Services experience and CPA Required Job at Premier America Credit Union, Los Angeles, CA

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  • Premier America Credit Union
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Job Title: DIRECTOR, ASSISTANT CONTROLLER – Financial Services experience and CPA required

At Premier America Credit Union, our Core Purpose is to serve our members by making it easier to meet today’s needs and reach tomorrow’s dreams. Talented team members succeed in our organization by demonstrating a commitment to our shared values of accountability, friendliness and respect, a passion for delivering great service, giving back to our communities, and pursuing personal growth. Come grow with us and be part of growth and the Premier America family!

Overview:

The Director, Assistant Controller is key role serving as a right hand to the Controller, and hands-on management of the daily operations within the Accounting department including the General Ledger, Accounts Payable, and interdepartmental accounting review and support. This role will be the point person for other VPs inquiring about their GLs and liaise with other departments to troubleshoot issues and identify opportunities for improvement.

The ideal candidate will be someone who has experience within the financial services industry, possesses their CPA, experience managing teams and has a passion for mentoring others and bringing thoughtful solutions to the table.

What You Will Do:

  • Serves as a leader within the Accounting Department in department projects and by partnering with other departments to provide Accounting support and guidance. May attend meetings on behalf of the Controller, as necessary.
  • Oversees all aspects of the Accounts Payable function.
  • Reviews and approves journal entries, reviews critical general ledger account reconciliations, and fields team member questions on proper accounting treatment.
  • Plays a key role in the month-end general ledger account certification process.
  • Assist with monthly end reporting and variance analytics.
  • Coordinates requests for new general ledgers, accounts, expense coding, and accounting process workflows related to new operational projects. Solves cross-functional problems; provides data and analytical insights, as necessary.
  • Quarterly and annual internal, regulatory, and compliance reporting. Provides data and analysis to support the timely completion of filings of 5300 Call Report and other regulatory reporting and audits.
  • Proactively identifies process improvement opportunities.
  • Develops, updates, and implements department policies and procedures.
  • Develops and executes plans to reengineer existing processes to improve efficiency.
  • Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective communication and coordination with Premier America Team Members and the Finance department.
  • Maintains department calendar and department due dates.
  • Stays informed of trends and changes in the accounting and banking/financial services fields.
  • Attending webinars, seminars and training as necessary. Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.

Requirements:

What We Are Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required.
  • Minimum seven (7) years of experience in Accounting positions using Accounting systems and two (2) years in a managerial capacity in the financial services industry.
  • Experience completing complex G/L account reconciliations.
  • Thorough understanding of accounting concepts and principles.
  • In-depth knowledge and experience with GAAP, and in-depth knowledge of GAAP, regulations and industry standards relating to Accounting and Finance.
  • Excellent writing skills, technical and business reporting, and detail oriented and focus on work accuracy.
  • Well organized and attentive to details, able to meet deadlines and manage projects, proficient in computer operations, specialized applications and MS Office suite.
  • Technically proficient with Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, equals if statements, and horizontal and vertical lookup formulas.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Strong interpersonal, leadership, and supervisory skills.
  • Ability to maintain an effective and efficient workflow.

Premier America Credit Union will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans / Disabled

Drug-free Workplace

Pay Grade Info :

To provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base pay ranges for all our job postings regardless of State. We set standard pay ranges for all roles based on function and level of expertise, benchmarked against similar stage growth companies. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including, skills, depth of work experience and relevant licenses/credentials, and may vary from the amounts listed below.

The base pay range for this position is: $120k-$150k.

Perks Important to You:

Our Team Members enjoy the following rewards and benefits:

· Competitive pay

· Subsidized health care including medical, dental and vision

· FSA and HSA

· Company-Paid Life and A&D insurance

· Discounts on loans (must be a member)

· Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick time

· 401k Retirement Saving Plan with a 6% safe harbor employer match

· Educational Assistance Program and more!

About Us:

Founded in 1957, Premier America is one of the nation’s largest credit unions, with over 100,000 members and more than $3 billion in assets. But more importantly, we are ever mindful of one crucial fact: we exist to serve the needs of all members - the owners of Premier America. With a large retail branch network, access to over 30,000+ surcharge-free ATMs; and the Shared Branch Network, Premier America provides financial services to those who live, work, worship or attend school in the Ventura and Los Angeles counties of California, and Harris County in Texas.

Credit unions, such as Premier America, have a rich history evolving from the idea that people working together can create better financial solutions, especially when as owners, members have a vested interest in their collective success. Whether offering higher savings rates and affordable mortgage options, loans for unexpected emergencies or financial counseling during difficult times, credit unions have always made a meaningful difference in the lives of members.

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