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BaNKeRS’ CLaSSiFieDS

Credit Officer Executive Vice President and

Fargo ND Chief Financial Officer
Aberdeen SD

At Bank Forward, our greatest asset is our employees. Working for a
widely respected company with a rich tradition, in an atmosphere of Join Dacotah Bank’s dynamic banking team as the Executive Vice
enthusiasm, positivity, with a culture grounded in teamwork focused President and Chief Financial Officer.
on the future is what can be expected at Bank Forward…It’s Simply
the Forward Way! This role oversees financial programs, including budgeting, tax
planning, and asset management, ensuring accurate reporting and
Compensation: Starting at $82,000 or greater annually, depending on effective resource investment. Responsibilities include managing
experience. the accounting and finance department, establishing internal

Benefits: Health (Traditional and High Deductible plan options), controls, and monitoring financial metrics. The role involves
Dental, Vision, Medical & Dependent Care FSA, HSA, 401k, projecting capital and liquidity needs, overseeing capital planning,
Employee Stock Ownership, Company paid Life and Long-term and analyzing economic impacts on asset quality. The CFO will
Disability Insurance, Voluntary paid benefits, Paid Time Off, ensure legal compliance, manage insurance and bonding, and
Holidays, Extended Medical Absence Leave. provide consultative support. As a senior manager, the CFO
will collaborate with boards and regulatory officials on strategic
Work Hours: Full-time; Monday through Friday, 8-5pm. planning, stay updated on industry trends, and engage with
Skills / Requirements / Qualifications: community and professional organizations.
• Acts as a resource for bank officers in the credit administration Candidates should have a master’s degree in accounting or finance
process by analyzing and spreading of financial statements and ten years of senior-level experience, or a bachelor’s degree with
for potential new clients and providing preliminary 15 years of similar experience. Proven team building, development,
recommendations as to the feasibility of the credit request. and management skills are essential.
• Assists lenders with the preparation of loan committee Dacotah Bank offers a competitive salary and benefits package
presentations, credit reviews and problem loan summaries. including individual and family health and dental insurance
• Acts as a resource for bank officers in the credit administration premiums 100% paid for, life insurance for employee and family,
process. paid vacation, retirement plan options, and additional perks and
benefits.
• Spread and analyze financial statements for existing and
prospective clients. Provide preliminary recommendation Apply Today: www.dacotahbank.com/careers
regarding the feasibility of the credit request.
Dacotah Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer of women,
• Prepare independent, written credit evaluation of new, renewal minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
or modification loan proposals as well as annual credit reviews.
• Identify trends and analyze performance in order to develop an
assessment of credit risks.
• As required, monitor credit quality through the review
financial information such as interim financial statements, to
provide early warning of possible deterioration.
• Provide input to lending officers on terms under which a
credit request could be structured including costs, repayment
methods and collateral requirements.
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the Bank’s
credit policies, procedures, processes and manage to best
practices.
• Knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to
the completion of a four-year college degree in Accounting,
Finance, or a related field and five years of credit, lending, or
banking experience.
Resumes can be sent to: humanresources@bankforward.com

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