CFO
Creative Financial Staffing - Milford, CT
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Chief Financial Officer Why This CFO Position? This is an exceptional opportunity for a financial leader to join a well-established community bank and play a key role in driving strategic growth, profitability, and operational excellence. As CFO, you'll oversee finance, accounting, investments, and treasury functions while also providing leadership to human resources, IT, and lending operations. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to senior management and the board of trustees, helping to shape long- and short-term strategies that safeguard assets, support regulatory compliance, and strengthen the Bank's financial position. Key Responsibilities of the CFO Provide strategic financial leadership to the organization, advising the President/CEO, senior management, and board of trustees on fiscal control, profitability, and risk Oversee accounting, budgeting, investments, treasury, tax, HR, IT, and lending functions Direct the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and regulatory filings Manage liquidity, asset/liability positions, and the investment portfolio while ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements Lead the development and implementation of budgets, internal controls, policies, and financial systems to enhance efficiency and transparency Serve as primary liaison with external auditors, regulatory bodies, and investment advisors Supervise and mentor department managers and staff, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations to ensure departmental proficiency Participate in strategic planning initiatives, ensuring alignment between financial operations and organizational goals Monitor industry and economic trends, recommending prudent courses of action to mitigate risks and seize opportunities Preferred Qualifications of the CFO Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required; Master's degree preferred 7-10 years of progressive financial leadership experience within the banking industry Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, regulatory compliance, and asset/liability management Proven leadership and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and with board members High ethical standards, strong analytical abilities, and effective planning skills Technological proficiency with advanced financial and banking software applications #LI-OR1 #LI-HYBRID #INSEP2025 #CBSEP2025
Created: 2025-09-25