Senior Vice President, Corporate Accounting (Vienna)

Responsible for enterprise accounting policy and governance, transformation and enterprise change leadership, financial reporting and internal controls integrity and governance, regulatory engagement, and enterprise accounting strategy. Direct report to Chief Financial Officer and participant on the Finance Executive Leadership team.Navy Federal provides much more than a job. 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We will never ask candidates for payment, bank details or personal financial information during the hiring process.Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience15+ years of executive leadership experience in commercial or business banking preferably within a large, complex financial institutionExtensive experience in financial accounting, financial management, and internal/external reporting for a large financial organizationExpert knowledge of U.S. GAAP, regulatory reporting requirements, accounting policy governance, and financial services regulations applicable to large, complex financial institutions, including SEC readiness considerationsExtensive experience in demonstrating thought-leadership, initiative taking, decision-making and creativity in solving business problemsExtensive experience in identifying relevant analytical problems, determining appropriate diagnostic methods, and solving unique and complex issues/problemsExtensive experience in managing cross-functional, multi-dimensional teams and projects of the highest complexity which have business risk and impactExpert knowledge of internal control frameworks, financial statement governance, accounting risk management, and enterprise-wide control environmentsSignificant experience leading large-scale finance transformation, process automation, ERP modernization, and accounting technology initiativesExpert analytical/quantitative, reconciliation and deductive reasoning skillsAdvanced skill leading with diplomacy and tact while maintaining appropriate assertiveness and persistenceAdvanced verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skillsExpert skill influencing and building consensus with business partnersDesired QualificationsPrevious experience serving as a Chief Accounting Officer, Controller, Deputy CAO, or equivalent senior accounting executive within a large financial institutionAdvanced knowledge of credit union, banking, capital markets, and investor reporting operationsCPA certificationAdditional InformationHours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM (Hybrid)Location: 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 221805510 Heritage Oaks Dr. Pensacola, FL 32526Provide executive leadership and strategic direction for the Corporate Accounting division, ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, talent development, and achievement of enterprise objectivesPartner seamlessly with fellow leadership team members and cross-organizational peers to help drive change while ensuring the safety and soundness of our financial environmentLead the accounting transformation strategy, modernization roadmap, and enhancement of reporting, controls, and governance capabilities to support evolving regulatory requirements and public-company readiness expectationsServe as the principal accounting advisor to the Chief Financial Officer and executive leadership team on accounting policy, financial reporting, regulatory matters, emerging accounting standards, and enterprise financial risksEstablish and maintain enterprise accounting policies, governance standards, and procedures in accordance with U.S. GAAP, regulatory guidance, and industry best practicesOversee the preparation and delivery of all internal and external financial reporting, general and subsidiary accounting operations, investor and stakeholder reporting, secondary market mortgage accounting activities, and accounts payable functionsDirect the design, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of financial systems, accounting processes, and internal control frameworks to ensure reporting integrity, operational efficiency, and regulatory complianceDrive continuous improvement through analytics, automation, and cross-functional collaboration to strengthen accounting operations, improve decision support capabilities, and proactively identify and mitigate financial and operational riskChampion enterprise change initiatives, including digital transformation and process modernization efforts, ensuring successful adoption and measurable business outcomesBuild and develop a high-performing leadership team through coaching, succession planning, talent development, employee engagement, and a culture of accountability and continuous learningServe as the primary executive liaison with internal and external auditors, regulators, actuaries, and examiners on accounting, financial reporting, and control-related mattersPerform other duties as assignedFull timePosting Date: 2026-07-16