Controller - Pottstown, PA
Location :
Pottstown, PA
Job Type :
Direct
Hours :
Full Time
Required Years of Experience :
10+
Required Education :
Bachelor's Degree Required, CPA Required
Travel :
No
Relocation :
No
Job Description :
Our client is a growing financial services firm with a national reach. They're currently seeking an experienced Controller to join their team in Pottstown, PA.
Responsibilities:
Accounting Operations
• Manage all operational accounting functions, such as accounts payable, payroll, fixed assets, and general ledger maintenance.
• Ensure the proper recording of significant non-routine transactions and the accounting of new products or services related to new banking initiatives.
• Assist in the implementation of new accounting pronouncements and policies. In addition, this role will also assist in the review of external financial reports/regulatory filings.
Financial Analysis & Reconciliations
• Manage the chart of accounts, account reconciliation control functions, and critical accounting systems.
• Work with business lines and operational leaders to ensure proper application of US GAAP.
GL and Monthly Close Process
• Manage the monthly, quarterly and year-end closing activities, close calendar, schedule of deliverables, and production of periodic financial reports.
Financial Reporting
• Assist in the review of the quarterly and year-end SEC filings as well as regulatory reports (e.g. call reports, FRY 9C, FRY 9LP)
• Assist in the review of tax provision and deferred income taxes.
• Assist in the preparation and review of Audit and Disclosure Committees’ materials.
• Assist in the preparation and review of Investor presentation materials, and other ad-hoc internal reports, as required.
• Assist in the preparation and review of budgets and forecasts.
Compliance
• Maintain the SOX 404 internal control documentation, including enhancements to existing policies and procedures.
• Evaluate existing accounting processes for continuous improvement.
• Assist in key accounting and finance transformation projects.
• Lead and mentor the accounting operations team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Develop, retain and serve as a team mentor.
• Liaise with business line managers, internal and external auditors, regulators and compliance.
• Identify, manage and participate in the implementation of new regulatory requirements.
• Supervision of staff members, managing day to day workload and development
Requirements:
• Undergraduate degree from an accredited university in accounting or finance (CPA a must)
• 10+ years of related experience, preferably in a publicly traded bank environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory reporting rules, guidance, and filing requirements
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and RAAP
• Strong analytical skills
• Detail oriented
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain cross-functional working relationships.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong technology skills, including MS Office products (Excel, Word).
• Ability to work in a fast paced, demanding, and rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to prioritize competing priorities in a logical manner.
Required Qualifications :
