Controller
Job Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
Relevant work experience in community bank and/or public accounting
Requires broad knowledge of accounting principles and practices within the financial services industry including a strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Bank regulatory reporting experience required
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft applications, primarily Excel
Must have strong quantitative and verbal/written communication skills
Must have the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines
Demonstrated knowledge and experience researching and documenting the accounting treatment of issues
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic-thinking skills with a forward-looking focus
Job Responsibilities
Reviews income and expense general ledger entries for appropriateness and assures all monthly entries have been made, accrued or prepaid for the month before month end close
Prepares daily/weekly/monthly general ledger reconciliations
Timely preparation of required regulatory reporting
Performing a variety of accounting and financial control functions in conformance with established bank strategies, policies, and procedures
Responsible for monthly financial report analysis, month-end, and year-end close
Assist with CECL, ALM and Liquidity Reporting, and Holding Company accounting
Creating or modifying internal controls and related policies/procedures and quarterly testing of the operating effectiveness of the department’s key internal controls
Ensure the accurate and timely preparation and review of financial statements and Board reports in accordance with GAAP; includes review of underlying support for completeness and accuracy
Lead the monthly financial close including timely recording of journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements for the Bank and all related entities
Maintain cash management of borrowings, pledging, and collateral, including federal reserve and FHLB accounts
Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures including appropriate internal controls over financial reporting in accordance to FDICIA
Monitoring financial activities and details such as reserve levels to ensure that all legal and regulatory requirements are met
Maintain current knowledge of organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards.
Work with the CFO to maintain the integrity of the accounting system along with best practices.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Physical setting:
Schedule:
Experience:
- Accounting: 5 years (Preferred)
- Banking: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person