Controller - Credit Union at MassMutual

Controller - Credit Union

Springfield, MA - Hybrid (3 days in office per week)

The Opportunity:
As the Controller of MassMutual Federal Credit Union (MMFCU), you will be a valued member of a supportive, diverse, and skilled team. All MMFCU team members are committed to delivering a consistent and memorable experience to our members and potential members. You will be responsibly for the accounting operations of the credit union, to include overseeing the accuracy and timeliness of the accounting records, preparation of standard internal and external financial reports, and maintenance of a comprehensive set of internal controls designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the credit union’s reported results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles, as well as state and federal credit union regulations.

The Team:
The finance team is comprised of a CFO, an accounting specialist and an accounting assistant. The team is expected to work cross-functionally and collaboratively with other business units within the organization.

The Impact:

• Oversee accurate and efficient accounting operations, internal controls, and financial reporting for the credit union.

• Responsible for the chart of accounts and necessary internal controls over the general ledger to include appropriate reconciling processes, software application, and segregation of duties.

• Responsible for the standard internal and external financial reporting of the credit union, including the quarterly NCUA 5300 report.

• Work closely with the CFO to ensure accounting estimates are accurate and well-supported this will include leading the efforts to comply with FASB’s current expected credit losses standard (CECL).

• Maintain a documented system of accounting internal controls, policies, and procedures.

• Manage the accuracy and productivity of the daily activities of accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets.

• records, and general accounting.

• Assist in the preparation and the monitoring of the budget.

• Ensure accounting records and reports are in compliance with GAAP and government regulations.

• Cooperate with and assist external auditors and regulators as appropriate.

• Assist with various profitability analysis and reporting, including assessment of the credit union’s operations and products and services.

• Comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements.

• Establish effective communications and processes within the department.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance or business

• 5+ years of progressively responsible work experience; preferably in a bank or credit union, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or CPA

• Proven knowledge of GAAP

• Understanding of audit functions and procedures and related regulations.

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

• Familiarity with credit union accounting terminology and standards.

• Familiarity with credit union system terminology and acronyms.

What to Expect as Part of the Team

• Regular collaboration with the CFO and leadership team

• Focused one-on-one time with your manager

• Access to mentorship opportunities

• Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQ, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups

• Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms

• Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a credit check.

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MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.

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