Are you a numbers expert with a knack for driving financial strategy?

Are you the person who can find a solution when others get stuck?

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for financial leadership, then you may be the perfect candidate for Golden State Farm Credit’s VP, Controller position. We are looking for an experienced finance professional who is motivated by continuous improvement and possesses a focus on team and individual development. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to lead.

Our team at Golden State Farm Credit is united in our efforts to support rural communities and the agricultural industry. We offer a distinct work environment that fosters collaboration amongst teams, promotes a customer-centric approach to service, rewards those who take initiative, and provides a variety of projects to create an engaging work culture. We value teamwork, continuous learning, and the positive impact that our dedicated employees make.

Intrigued? Want to know more?

Apply at https://goldenstatefarmcredit.com/careers/ or review the full job description below.  

DEADLINE TO APPLY: September 19, 2025 at 3pm

Salary Range

Grade 18: $118,757-$186,719

Full Time
Exempt

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Position Summary

Under direction of the Chief Financial Officer, the VP, Controller is responsible for issues affecting the Association’s long range financial soundness as well as day-to-day financial activities. The position is responsible for asset liability management and loan pricing (ALCO), short and long range financial planning, financial records and reporting, the budgeting process, formulation of internal controls, audit request, and all accounting functions. Provides information and analysis, primarily financial in nature, which assists in sound economic business decision making.

Essential Functions

• Directs the Day-To-Day Operations of the Finance Department (50%)
  • Set and execute operating priorities and allocate resources, resulting in a high level of finance and accounting service quality.
  • Provide high quality business services (pricing, accounting, reporting, taxes, etc) to internal and external customers.  Provide insightful management reporting and recommendations to support effective business decision making such as advanced business analysis, cost allocations, and efficiency measurements. Also managing fixed assets and facilities investments. This also includes HR system support and incentive calculations.
  • Ensure timely, accurate financial and tax accounting, internal and external reporting. This includes preparation of final budget package, for approval by the CFO, on an annual basis as well as an ongoing analysis of the budget compared to actual results. This also includes the management of internal profitability analysis and reports.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain appropriate internal controls and policies for Finance and Accounting.
  • Provides oversight of the Association ICFR program and coordinates activities with business owners, internal auditor and external auditors. Works closely with CFO and may present appropriate information to management and the audit committee.
  • Prepare patronage scenarios and resolution for Board approval. Calculates patronage payment by customer/borrower and coordinates check generation.  Completes patronage reports for staff and auditors.
  • Coordinates the financial audit process, timing, and scope while following guidance from regulatory banks. Provides documentation and responds to questions from auditors and reviewers.
• Financial Management (30%)
  • Manage the financial business plan for the Association.
  • Manage the budgeting and business analysis function for the Association.
  • Manage the Association asset liability process and participate in the Association’s ALCO committee.
• Financial Leadership (20%)
  • Provide leadership,leadership and direction to the organization, particularly in the areas of finance and accounting.
  • Participate with senior leadership in formulating direction, strategies and objectives relative to financial and accounting operation.
  • Selects, trains, develops, motivates, sets performance standards, and evaluates staff within the department.
  • Continually communicates and reinforces expectations, Association updates, and business goals to staff members.
  • Determines work assignments, standard processes, and resource allocation to optimize staff efficiency.
• Data Security and Confidentiality
  • Appropriately protects the confidentiality, security, and integrity of the Association’s systems and data and clients’ data.
• Commitment and Support of Association Mission
  • Understands, applies, and supports the Association mission and vision statement in a positive, professional manner at work and with customers in all settings.

Knowledge & Skills

• Expert Knowledge of accounting principles, regulations, and systems and tax regulations. 
• Ability to interpret FASB, GAAP, IRS and FCA regulations and reporting requirements, as well as other Federal, State and local laws, and implement practices to ensure appropriate compliance.  
• Strong administration, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.  
• Adept in analyzing information and problem solving to formulate logical and objective conclusions.
• Proficient in posting, editing, tracking, organizing, and reviewing data/documents with precision and accuracy.
• Demonstrates ability to adapt to evolving financial technologies and leverage digital tools to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making. 
• Proficient in ERP systems, financial reporting software, and data visualization platforms.
• Comfortable evaluating and implementing new technologies to streamline processes and support strategic initiatives.
• Advanced knowledge of accounts payable and loan/lease accounting processes and financial statements.
• Knowledge of SOX/ICFR accounting principles, controls, and requirements.
• Knowledge of business and management principles in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, production methods, auditing principles and methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Skill in identifying and organizing resources in a systematic way to prioritize fluctuating workloads, optimize efficiency, and ensure achievement of Association goals.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) to create and edit data and communications.
• Must be able to converse and communicate with customers using the English language.
• Skill in serving and working effectively with both external and internal customers in a professional, respectful manner.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field

Experience: 6 years of progressively more responsible finance and accounting experience, 3 years of supervisory experience preferred

Certifications: Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Financial Accountant, or Certified Management Accountant preferred

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.

Physical Demands

Positions in this class typically require: keying, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.  Sedentary Work:  Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.  Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.  Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met. The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer screen; and/or extensive reading.

Working Conditions

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. This position requires approximately 5% travel time.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. Golden State Farm Credit is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to: race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), relation (all aspects of religious belief, observances and practices including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin, ancestry, identity, gender expression, actual or perceived sexual orientation, marital status, military and veteran status, civil air patrol status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or medical condition, except where physical fitness is a valid occupational qualification or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, status or local laws.  Applicable law also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of the foregoing characteristics.  “National origin” also includes discrimination against an individual because of their primary language or because that person holds or presents the California driver’s license issued to those who cannot document their lawful presence in the United States, as well as discrimination based upon any of the following: an individual’s or the individual’s ancestors’ actual or perceived physical, cultural, or linguistic characteristics associated with a national origin group; marriage to or association with individual’s of a national origin group; tribal affiliation; membership in or association with an organization identified with or seeking to promote the interests of a national origina group; attendance or participation in schools, churches, temples, mosques or other eligious institutions generally used by persons of a national origin group; or a name that is associated with a national origin group An applicant’s or employee’s immigration status will not be considered for any Association employment purpose except as necessary to comply with federal, status or local laws.  California law also prohibits discrimination against individuals providing services in the workplace pursuant to a contract, unpaid interns and volunteers on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex, physical or mental disability, genetic information or age.  This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.