Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Compliance

Abilene, Texas
Full-Time | Exempt | On-Site

Reports To:

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Posting Date:
February 2026

Are you an experienced accounting leader who thrives in a regulated banking environment? Do you value accuracy, integrity, and strong internal controls while partnering closely with executive leadership?

This community bank is seeking a Controller to report directly to the CFO. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and regulatory compliance of the Banks accounting and financial reporting functions. The Controller oversees the general ledger, financial statement preparation, regulatory reporting, and internal accounting controls in accordance with GAAP and applicable banking regulations.

This position serves as a key technical accounting advisor to the CFO and supports executive leadership, the Board of Directors, auditors, and regulatory agencies. The Controller plays a critical role in maintaining financial transparency, safeguarding assets, and upholding the Banks control environment.

Overseeing the Banks general ledger, accounting records, and financial reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements

Preparing and reviewing financial statements and reports for management, the Board of Directors, regulators, and external stakeholders

Ensuring timely and accurate regulatory reporting, including FFIEC Call Reports, CECL calculations, Interest Rate Risk analysis, and required federal and state filings (subject to CFO approval)

Maintaining a strong internal control environment, including reconciliations, documentation standards, and segregation of duties

Supporting audits and regulatory examinations by coordinating documentation, responding to inquiries, and assisting with remediation of findings

Overseeing accounting activities including journal entries, reconciliations, cash management reporting, fixed assets, leases, accruals, and prepaid expenses

Assisting in the development and analysis of annual budgets

Providing financial analysis and reporting support to the CFO and executive leadership for decision-making and Board reporting

Supervising Accounts Payable and expense reimbursement processes to ensure compliance with Bank policies

Maintaining and updating accounting policies, procedures, and internal documentation, including Board-approved policies

Participating in special projects, system enhancements, process improvements, and internal committees as assigned

Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Minimum of 2+ years of banking finance experience

5+ years of overall accounting or finance experience

Strong knowledge of GAAP and regulatory reporting requirements

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

High level of professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality

Strong analytical and mathematical skills

Excellent organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to interpret complex financial data and establish facts to support decision-making

On-site position in an air-conditioned office environment

Business casual attire

Ability to alternate between sitting and standing as needed

Occasional walking, bending, squatting, twisting, and reaching

Frequent computer use requiring fine and gross motor skills

Ability to perceive sound for effective oral communication

This organization is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and maintains a work environment free from discrimination where employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment decisions are based solely on merit and qualifications directly related to job competence.

The employer is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and complies with all applicable fair employment practices. This organization participates in E-Verify and is unable to provide temporary worker visa sponsorship.