Financial Controller

Summary:

The Controller serves as a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for overseeing all financial operations of the organization. This includes financial planning, regulatory reporting, asset/liability management, and risk oversight. The Controller partners closely with executive leadership and the Board to establish and execute strategic initiatives that drive profitability while ensuring financial stability, regulatory compliance, and long-term growth

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Responsibilitie

s:
Financial Strategy & Plann

• ingLead financial planning efforts, including budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning to support organizational gro
• wthDevelop and implement financial strategies aligned with overall business objecti

vesRegulatory & Financial Report

• ingOversee the preparation and accuracy of financial statements, tax filings, and regulatory repo
• rtsEnsure compliance with all applicable accounting standards and regulatory requireme

ntsAsset/Liability Managem

• entMonitor balance sheet performance, including liquidity, interest rate risk, and capital struct
• ureSupport and contribute to asset/liability management processes and committ

eesRisk Managem

• entEvaluate financial exposures and implement strategies to mitigate r
• iskProvide insight into investment and liability structures to support sound financial decision-mak

ingLeadership & Team Developm

• entLead and develop the finance and accounting team, including oversight of key functional lead
• ersEstablish strong internal controls and promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvem

entStakeholder Engagem

• entServe as a primary point of contact for auditors, regulators, and key external stakehold
• ersPartner with executive leadership and the Board to provide financial insights and recommendati

ons
Requireme

nts:
Educ

• ationBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field req

uiredCertifica

• tionsCPA or CFA designation pref

erredExper

• ience7–10 years of progressive experience in banking, finance, or accou
• ntingPrior experience within a community banking environment strongly pref
• erredPublic accounting experience with exposure to financial institution audits will also be consi

dered
Technical Knowledge &

• SkillsStrong understanding of banking regulations, financial reporting standards, and regulatory f
• ilingsAdvanced analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabi
• litiesEffective communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence at the executive
• levelProficiency with financial systems and Microsoft Office tools, particularly

Excel
Reporting St

• ructureReports directly to executive lea
• dershipOversees finance and accounting functions, including leadership of key team members and related departments as app

licable
Core Comp

• etenciesFinancial Stewardship: Ensures the integrity and strength of the organization’s financial
• positionStrategic Leadership: Aligns financial strategy with long-term organization
• al goalsCollaboration: Partners effectively with executive leadership to drive performance an