Colette Ruff, Cpa
About Colette Ruff, Cpa
Colette Ruff is a Controller with extensive experience in accounting and finance. She has held various leadership roles at organizations such as Ernst & Young, Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta, and CoBank, and currently works at First Western Trust in Denver, Colorado.
Current Role at First Western Trust
Colette Ruff serves as the Controller at First Western Trust, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she oversees financial operations and reporting, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Her responsibilities include managing accounting processes and providing financial insights to support strategic decision-making. Based in Denver, Colorado, she contributes to the organization's financial health and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Ernst & Young
Colette Ruff has a history of working at Ernst & Young, where she held multiple positions. She started as a Senior Auditor from 2000 to 2004, focusing on audit processes and client financials. Later, she transitioned to the Experienced Manager role in the FSO Advisory Practice from 2011 to 2012. Her time at Ernst & Young provided her with a strong foundation in accounting and financial advisory services.
Experience at Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta
From 2004 to 2011, Colette Ruff worked at the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta as Vice President, Manager of Derivatives and Investment Operations. In this role, she managed investment operations and derivatives, contributing to the bank's financial strategies and risk management practices. Her tenure at the bank lasted seven years, during which she gained significant experience in the financial services sector.
Career at CoBank
Colette Ruff served as the Director of Accounting at CoBank from 2012 to 2018. In this capacity, she was responsible for overseeing the accounting department and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Her leadership in accounting practices supported the bank's financial objectives and compliance requirements. This six-year role further solidified her expertise in the financial industry.
Educational Background
Colette Ruff earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from the University of Florida - Warrington College of Business, where she studied from 1996 to 2000. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Accountancy from the University of Notre Dame - Mendoza College of Business, completing her studies from 2000 to 2001. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her professional career in finance and accounting.