Vice President of Finance

Based in Little Chute, Wisconsin, BLC Community Bank seeks a seasoned financial leader to guide the bank's fiscal strategy from the Vice President of Finance role. This on-site position blends strategic financial management, rigorous reporting, budgeting and forecasting, regulatory compliance, and advisory support for the executive team and the Board. A bachelor's degree and 10+ years of experience in banking or financial services are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full spectrum of accounting, reporting, and financial planning to ensure accuracy, timely delivery, and regulatory compliance.
• Steer the annual budgeting process, long-range forecasts, and financial modeling initiatives.
• Provide actionable financial insights that support strategic initiatives, operational efficiency, and profitability.
• Serve as the primary financial liaison to the Board of Directors, presenting results, risk perspectives, and strategic recommendations.
• Partner with executive management on capital planning, liquidity management, and risk assessments.
• Ensure adherence to GAAP, banking regulations, and internal control standards.
• Manage relationships with auditors, regulators, and key external stakeholders.
• Supervise and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of high performance and accountability.
• Drive continuous improvements in financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; CPA, CFA, or MBA is preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive finance experience in banking or financial services.
• Proven experience leading a finance team and partnering with senior executives.
• Strong knowledge of banking regulations and GAAP.
• Comprehensive understanding of banking financial operations, regulatory requirements, and reporting standards.
• Advanced analytical skills, financial modeling capabilities, and problem solving.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership and people-management experience in a banking or financial services environment.
• Strategic thinker with meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to ethical financial practices.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

About the Role

The Vice President of Finance provides strategic leadership and oversight for the bank’s financial management, reporting, and analysis functions. This role partners with senior leadership to drive financial performance, ensure regulatory compliance, and support enterprise-level decision making. As a member of the leadership team, the VP ensures the integrity of financial statements, leads budgeting and forecasting, and implements financial strategies aligned with the bank’s long-term goals. The position offers high visibility with executive leadership and the Board and carries potential growth into broader enterprise financial leadership.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Clear path to expanded executive leadership responsibilities based on performance and organizational growth.
• Every employee has a voice and can make a meaningful impact.
• Collaborative environment that values hard work, respects colleagues, and promotes teamwork.
• Opportunities to give back through community service.
• Supportive culture with professional growth, recognition, and development.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

Job Type

Full-time

Application Question(s)

• Do you have a CPA, CFA or MBA?
• Have you managed a finance team or partnered with senior executives?

Education

Bachelor's degree (Required)

Experience

• Finance: 10 years (Required)

Work Location

On-site in Little Chute, Wisconsin