Chief Financial Officer

Our Company

At Raiz CU, we share a passion for knowledge and a pursuit of growth. Grounded in our El Paso heritage, previously as Teachers Federal Credit Union since 1936; we are growing to help our community move into the future. We are inspired people, invested in you. We guide our members to focus on what could be and help them get there. This new path inspires us to look ahead and lead the way with passion.

Job Overview

This position reports to the Executive Vice President of Administration.  The role is responsible for directing, coordinating, maintaining, and controlling an accounting system that properly reflects the financial position of the Credit Union.  The CFO monitors Accounting department policies and procedures and recommends improvements.  Functions as a member of the Senior Management Team, participates in establishing and implementing major goals and objectives of the Credit Union, and serves as a resource in all aspects of accounting.  Oversees budgeting, general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, risk management, asset and liability management, capital expenditures, and the investment of Credit Union assets. Provides financial strategy recommendations and identifies potential financial risks. Ensures the accurate internal and external recording and reporting of financial transactions to state and federal regulatory agencies.  Ensures that accounting activities are in compliance with established legal, regulatory, and Credit Union procedures and serves as a key point of contact for financial auditors and examiners.  Serves as the Investment Officer.  Assigns, directs, and appraises accounting staff. 
The person in this role will be an empowering mentor who is a:

•   A trusted expert
•   A natural communicator
•   A champion for the members and the community
•   A guide through the moments that matter most to our members

The person in this role will be an empowering mentor who is a:

• A trusted expert
• A natural communicator
• A champion for the members and the community
• A guide through the moments that matter most to our members

Position Details:

Exempt (Salaried)

12020 Rojas Dr., El Paso, Tx 79936

Pay Range:

Pay commensurate with experience

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred. CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive management experience within the financial services industry, last three years in a senior or executive management position.
• Previous credit union experience is a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of procedures, policies, and generally accepted accounting principles.
• Strong understanding of financial industry concepts, related laws, and regulations.
• Experience in providing guidance on investment decisions, including the purchase of investments and tracking of investments.
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal abilities.
• Must have excellent communication skills, be an avid listener, and have strong business writing skills.
• Ability to extract meaning from numbers and present analysis clearly and concisely to individuals with varying degrees of financial knowledge.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, self-starter, and quickly adapts to a fast-paced environment
• High integrity, detail-oriented, and ability to evaluate and mitigate risk
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and web-based applications.

Role Description and Essential Duties 

• Leadership: Responsible for solving problems, mediating disputes, making executive decisions aligned with best practices, acting as an advisor and confidante to the senior management. Maintain effective lines of communication with the senior management, peers, and direct reports. Lead the Asset & Liability Management Committee in the effective balance between liquidity, interest rate, and earnings risks as established by the risk appet