Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

Bank in Abilene, TX is looking for a Controller that will be accountable for the accounting functions of the bank, to include assisting in the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the bank’s reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles, as well as state and federal banking regulations.

• Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist in the oversight of outsourced functions.
• Oversee the operations of the accounting function of the bank, including the design of an organizational structure adequate for achieving the bank’s goals and objectives.
• Oversee the accounting operations of the bank, especially its control systems, transaction-processing operations, and policies and procedures.
• Maintain the chart of accounts.
• Maintain an orderly accounting filing system.
• Maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions.
• Issuance of timely and complete financial statements.
• Preparation of the corporate annual report.
• Recommend benchmarks against which to measure the performance of bank operations.
• Calculation and issuance of financial and operating metrics.
• Creation of the annual budget and forecasts.
• Calculate variances from the budget and report significant issues to management.
• Provide financial analyses as needed, in particular for capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations.
• Oversee the bank’s vendor management program and reporting.
• Assist in the coordination of the provision of information to external and internal auditors for their periodic reviews.
• Assist in the coordination of the provision of information to the regulators of the bank during their examinations.

Comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration, or equivalent business experience and 5+ years of progressively responsible experience for a community bank or large bank. Preference will be given to candidates with the Certified Public Accountant designation

• Possesses clear understanding and complies with all bank policies and procedures and banking regulations state and federal.
• Complies with established security and control standards and maintains accountability and control of cash at all times.
• Displays up-to-date technical knowledge necessary to perform the job.
• Establishes supportive working relationships with all employees to promote a team atmosphere.
• Displays effective listening, verbal and written skills.
• Will be expected to travel as requested for bank business and outside training. Weekend or evening work may be required.

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