Controller

The role

The Controller directs and oversees accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance functions. This person manages month-end and year-end close processes and leads federal and state regulatory examinations.

What you will do

• Lead the preparation and submission of core regulatory reports including Call Reports
• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Serve as primary point of contact for external auditors and federal/state bank examiners
• Manage the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets
• Design, implement, and monitor internal control policies and procedures
• Research and document technical accounting positions
• Support the CFO and Asset/Liability Committee with data on interest rate risk and liquidity
• Coordinate federal, state, and local bank tax returns
• Mentor, supervise, and evaluate the accounting and reporting team
• Maintain and optimize core banking and general ledger systems

Required qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience within the banking or financial services sector
• Direct hands-on experience preparing FFIEC Call Reports and managing regulatory exams
• Deep mastery of U.S. GAAP, regulatory banking principles, CECL methodology, and internal control frameworks
• Proficiency in core banking software and enterprise general ledger/close tools
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and organizational skills

Nice to have

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) active license
• Experience at a $1B–$10B+ financial institution
• Proficiency in Microsoft Great Plains or Business Central
• Experience with ERP conversions

Benefits

• Medical – Multiple plans to choose from including HSA and traditional
• Dental
• Vision
• Discounted childcare
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k with employer match
• Adjustable desks that can be raised or lowered to sit or stand

Before you apply

• Uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility

About the company

First National Bank of America recognizes that the quality of our people is the foundation for our success. They seek exceptional individuals with a servant's heart.