Joe Escola

AVP Finance and Accounting @Uk Credit Union

Lexington, KY, US

Ensure that accurate and reliable financial information is generated. Directs the preparation of monthly and annual financial reports and the quarterly Call Report- Oversees all investing and borrowing activities including strategy, documentation, and compliance with policies and regulations- Lead the annual budget process by assigning general ledger accounts, assisting in creating accurate budget projections, and publishing reports which are then reviewed and updated by Senior Management- Coordinate efforts of all Credit Union departments to ensure smooth audits by working with staff from internal auditors, external auditors, and financial regulators- Oversees Asset Liability Management (ALM) activities to ensure appropriate interest rate and liquidity risk measurement and reporting to ALCO takes place- Oversees the monthly CECL (Current Expected Credit Loss) and Provision for Loan Loss expense calculation utilizing historical and forecasted credit loss data.

University of Kentucky

Bachelor’s Degree

University of Kentucky

Bachelor's degree

Eastern Kentucky University

Certificate in Accounting Program