Comptroller/Finance/Accounting

Corporate Controller

Corporate Office in Metairie, LA

As a dedicated member of the OnPath FCU team, this role performs a variety of tasks that, in partnership with the surrounding departments, provide cost‑effective financial services for the benefit of our members who are our primary focus. The Corporate Controller is responsible for providing and ensuring legal and regulatory compliance for all accounting reporting functions. Oversees Accounting Department, financial statement preparation, regulatory reporting, ensuring reports, accounts, systems, policies and practices adhere to GAAP. The Corporate Controller will assist employees and all appropriate internal credit union partners, conduct daily business interactions and maintain constant alignment with OnPath’s mission, culture, and core values. They demonstrate initiative and sound judgment in the absence of specific direction from management, ensuring value through decision making that supports credit union goals and interests. They promote and maintain a positive image of the credit union to peers, members, and communities we serve.

Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls with emphasis on detail and process improvements.

Oversee disbursement activities, ensuring accurate and timely processing of accounts payable and employee expense reports.

Work closely with the CFO to oversee, train, mentor and evaluate accounting staff, manage performance, and uphold core competencies within the department.

Provide assistance with regulatory exams and audit requests.

Maintain accurate records on all credit union assets, liabilities, income, and expenses.

Manage department projects and participate in meetings as assigned; participate in a wide variety of special projects.

Conduct meetings to inform staff of policy, procedural, and legal updates; discuss areas for improvement and identify training needs.

Develop and implement training programs, conduct training sessions, and facilitate cross‑training where appropriate.

Administer leave, time sheets, and performance appraisals; A bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Accounting or Finance is required; MBA or CPA preferred.

strong general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and banking knowledge; strong decision‑making skills, high emotional intelligence, proficiency in conflict resolution and effective delegation; adaptability, customer focus, and financial acumen.

Comprehensive healthcare, dental, life insurance.

Regularly required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, view customer information, talk or hear; Must be able to perform job functions independently or with limited supervision; work effectively alone or as part of a team; exercise high discretion on confidential matters.

OnPath Credit Union provides equal employment opportunities (EE0) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, genetics, veteran status or any other protected status.

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