Desert Financial Credit Union

SVP Chief Financial Officer

Desert Financial Credit Union, Phoenix

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About This Opportunity
We are seeking a visionary Chief Financial Officer to join our senior leadership team and drive strategic financial excellence while championing our member-centric mission. This role represents a unique opportunity to shape the financial future of an organization deeply committed to community impact and member value.

Develop and execute comprehensive financial strategies aligned with enterprise objectives while balancing member value priorities
Lead enterprise financial management, risk assessment, and capital planning initiatives
Drive innovation through disciplined risk management frameworks and regulatory compliance
Provide strategic advisory across all business functions in a collaborative way to optimize organizational performance

Team Development & Organizational Excellence

Build and develop high-performing finance, accounting, and secondary market teams with a focus on long-term capability building
Drive strategic organizational change through effective cross-functional influence and collaboration
Foster an inclusive, collaborative team environment that reflects our organizational values
Mentor and develop finance and accounting professionals to support succession planning and growth

External Engagement & Communication

Deliver compelling presentations and translate complex financial concepts for varied audiences
Maintain strong industry and community presence as a thought leader
Serve as a key spokesperson at industry conferences, community board meetings, regulatory forums, and local business events
Build and maintain strategic relationships with key stakeholders

What You Bring
Technical Excellence

Senior-level financial leader and advisor with credit union or banking experience preferred
Proven track record as a financial strategist and business partner with broad exposure to financial functions including accounting, finance, and capital markets
Deep understanding of regulatory requirements and risk management frameworks
Experience in analyzing and optimizing organizational financial performance

Leadership Experience

Demonstrated experience managing and developing teams with a track record of successful cross-functional collaboration
Experience building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders across the enterprise
Proven ability to work collaboratively within highly engaged executive leadership teams
History of driving strategic initiatives while maintaining operational excellence

Communication & Presence

Experience at public speaking and representing organizations in community and industry events
Highly strategic and broad business leader and advisor
Authentic leadership style with proven ability to build relationships

OUR CULTURE & VALUES
We are committed to being employee and member-centric while driving community impact. Our leadership operates with a strategically oriented and mission-focused approach, emphasizing collaborative engagement as highly engaged members of the executive team. We value leaders who can develop, lead, manage and coach diverse teams while maintaining our commitment to organizational mission and member value.
SUCCESS FACTORS WE VALUE

Strategic Thinking - Ability to see the big picture and drive long-term value
Drive for Results - Proven track record of achieving measurable outcomes
Leading & Influencing - Capability to inspire and guide cross-functional teams
Inclusive Behavior - Commitment to fostering diverse and inclusive environments
Self Awareness - Understanding of personal impact and continuous improvement mindset

READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT? If you're a financial leader who thrives on driving strategic growth while maintaining unwavering commitment to member value and community impact, we want to hear from you. Join us in shaping the future of financial services with purpose-driven leadership.
APPLY NOW to begin a confidential conversation about this exceptional opportunity.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Executive

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Finance and Sales

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