Chad Curtis, EVP and Chief Financial Officer
Professional Overview
Chad Curtis is the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Mountain America Credit Union, a leading financial institution in the Intermountain West region. He brings over 20 years of deep expertise in financial management, accounting, and strategic leadership to his role, driving the organization's financial strategy and overseeing its accounting and reporting functions.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the EVP and Chief Financial Officer at Mountain America Credit Union, Chad is responsible for the overall financial management and strategic direction of the organization. He oversees a team of finance professionals, ensuring the company's financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes are efficient and aligned with the credit union's long-term goals. Under his leadership, Mountain America has maintained a strong financial position, enabling the organization to invest in new technologies and expand its services to better serve its growing member base.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Chad held several leadership positions within Mountain America Credit Union, including SVP of Finance and Controller, VP of Finance and Controller, and Accounting Manager. In these roles, he played a pivotal part in shaping the credit union's financial operations, implementing process improvements, and driving cost optimization initiatives that enhanced the organization's overall financial health.
Before joining Mountain America, Chad gained valuable experience as a Senior Assurance Associate at Grant Thornton LLP, where he honed his expertise in financial reporting, audit, and compliance.
Academic Background
Chad holds an MBA from the University of Utah's David Eccles School of Business and a BA in Accounting, also from the University of Utah. His academic achievements, combined with his extensive practical experience, have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial management and the ability to make data-driven decisions that align with the organization's strategic objectives.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial management and strategic planning
- Accounting and financial reporting
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Risk management and internal controls
- Process optimization and cost management
- Leadership and team development
Professional Impact
Under Chad's financial stewardship, Mountain America Credit Union has consistently maintained a strong financial position, with robust liquidity and capital ratios that exceed industry benchmarks. His strategic insights and data-driven approach have been instrumental in the organization's ability to invest in new technologies, expand its branch network, and offer innovative financial products and services to its growing member base.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strong financial acumen, and collaborative leadership style, Chad Curtis is a valuable asset to Mountain America Credit Union. As the EVP and Chief Financial Officer, he continues to play a pivotal role in driving the organization's financial success and positioning it for long-term sustainability and growth.
