Overview

Job description: Controller (Bank/Financial Services experience only) Principal Responsibilities:Lead all accounting operations for the Bank and holding company, including general ledger, reconciliations, and financial close processesOversee the preparation and accuracy of all internal financial reporting and external regulatory filings, including Call Reports and related schedulesManage and continuously improve the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring consistency, timeliness, and audit readinessPartner with the CFO on annual budgeting and ongoing forecasting, including variance analysis and financial performance reportingMaintain and enhance the Banks internal control environment, including FDICIA compliance, documentation, and testing coordinationServe as primary liaison for external audits and regulatory examinations, coordinating responses and ensuring readinessOversee preparation of audited financial statements and annual reports in accordance with GAAP and regulatory expectationsMaintain holding company and shareholder accounting, including dividend activity and related reportingEvaluate, implement, and optimize accounting systems, processes, and controls to support growth and operational efficiencySupport strategic initiatives, including M&A activity, balance sheet strategy, and finance-related projects as required Team Leadership & Management Lead, develop, and retain a high-performing accounting team, establishing clear accountability and performance standardsProvide ongoing coaching, feedback, and development to ensure team capability keeps pace with organizational complexityEnsure appropriate staffing, succession planning, and cross-functional knowledge within the departmentDrive a culture of accuracy, ownership, and continuous process improvementOversee workflow management, prioritization, and resource allocation across the function Qualifications: Controller (Bank/Financial Services experience only) What we are looking forBachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA strongly preferred (active or previously active)7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a significant portion within the banking industry or auditing financial institutionsPrior experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leader within a community or regional bank ($1B+ assets) or equivalent complexityDemonstrated ownership of full-cycle accounting operations, including month-end close, financial reporting, and audit coordinationDirect experience with bank regulatory reporting, including Call Reports, with a clear understanding of related schedules and supporting processesStrong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP as applied to financial institutions, including areas such as:Loan accounting and interest income recognitionAllowance for credit losses (ACL/CECL) frameworks and governanceInvestment securities (AFS/HTM), fair value considerations, and OTTI/impairment analysisDeposits, borrowings, and funding structuresExperience operating within an FDICIA-controlled environment, including documentation, control design, and interaction with internal/external auditorsProven ability to manage external audit processes and regulatory examinations with minimal disruption to operationsExposure to financial systems commonly used in banking (e.g., Jack Henry, FIS, or similar core/accounting platforms) and reporting toolsExperience supporting or integrating acquisitions is a plus but not requiredTechnical & Professional CapabilitiesDeep understanding of bank financial reporting, regulatory expectations, and internal control frameworksAbility to interpret and apply new accounting standards and regulatory guidance in a practical operating environmentStrong analytical capability with the ability to identify trends, risks, and inconsistencies within financial dataHigh attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and data integrityAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a