Vice President - Accounting

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 of listening and learning. We treat people with respect, integrity, and kindness,and are committed to continuously developing a diverse and inclusive workplace where team members are empowered to be their authentic selves. All backgrounds,viewpoints, and life experiences are welcome, knowing this commitment strengthens our credit union family and communities.

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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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…