Pathward, N.A. has been Certified by Great Place to Work for the first time. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Pathward. This year, 78 percent of employees said it’s a great place to work – 21 points higher than the average U.S. company.

“We’re thrilled to achieve the Great Place to Work Certification and are extremely pleased with our remarkable results so early in our journey to become a best place to work,” said Pathward CEO Brett Pharr. “Our purpose of financial inclusion resonates with our people and has a positive impact on individuals and communities. In addition to the meaningful work we do, Pathward has embraced concepts of worker flexibility that benefit productivity and work-life integration. These are critical elements of our company culture, and we will continue to focus on sustaining elements that resonate with employees and stakeholders.”

The following are just a few examples of what makes Pathward a Great Place to Work:

• A Talent Anywhere recruitment strategy that offers most employees a remote work environment.
• The award-winning Community Impact Program includes paid time off for volunteering, matching gifts, and a Dollars-for-Doers program allowing employees to raise even more dollars for time spent volunteering for choice organizations.
• Competitive benefits for eligible employees that include generous paid time off, medical plans, 401(k) matching and more.

“Great Place to Work Certification isn’t something that comes easily – it takes ongoing dedication to the employee experience,” said Sarah Lewis-Kulin, vice president of global recognition at Great Place to Work. “It’s the only official recognition determined by employees’ real-time reports of their company culture. Earning this designation means that Pathward is one of the best companies to work for in the country.”