Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Compliance

Controller (Promotional Path to CFO)

Location:

Eau Claire, WI (Onsite)

Compensation: $110K–$180K + Incentive Plan

We are partnering with a well-established and growing institution. This is a unique opportunity to join a strong leadership team with a defined succession plan to CFO as part of a planned transition within the next year. The role offers direct exposure to executive leadership and the ability to influence both financial strategy and operational decision‑making.

• Defined path to CFO with executive mentorship
• High visibility with senior leadership and decision‑makers
• Opportunity to shape the financial function of a growing organization
• Strong compensation and incentive structure
• Lifestyle opportunity in a vibrant, lower cost‑of‑living community

• Lead day‑to‑day accounting operations, including financial reporting and close processes
• Partner closely with the CFO on strategic initiatives, forecasting, and planning
• Support regulatory reporting and ensure compliance with industry standards
• Provide insight into financial performance and help drive business decisions
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with leadership across the organization
• Play a key role in preparing for a seamless CFO transition

• CPA required
• Background in public accounting (financial institution clients strongly preferred)
• Experience with in banking or financial institutions (or strong exposure through audit)
• Progressive accounting leadership experience (Controller, Assistant Controller, or similar)
• Strong technical accounting foundation with a desire to grow into a strategic leadership role