The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has named Melissa Lowden as the agency’s new deputy chief financial officer (CFO). Her role became effective Jan. 17, 2021.
“Melissa has more than 20 years’ experience managing finances for organizations and leading large teams to achieve their goals in financial systems, operations, reporting and audit readiness,” Chairman Rodney Hood said in a release. “Her experience and leadership will greatly benefit our managing the Share Insurance Fund and the NCUA Operating Fund.”
Prior to joining the NCUA, Lowden worked in the CFO’s office at the Department of Homeland Security. She also has held several positions at the NCUA, including acting deputy CFO and division director for the CFO’s financial reporting and analysis division. In addition, she assisted in managing the agency’s strategic plan and enterprise risk management program.
As deputy CFO, Lowden will help lead a team of more than 50 employees who perform several functions, such as accounting and financial reporting, enterprise risk management, budgeting, and the administration of credit union operating fees.