Senior Vice President/Controller

This Senior Vice President/Controller will oversee all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, tax, and regulatory reporting functions while helping shape the Bank's long-term financial strategy. The Controller will ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information, maintain strong internal controls, support strategic decision-making, and serve as a trusted advisor to executive management and the Board of Directors. Direct and oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, fixed assets, investment accounting, accounts reconciliation, and financial statement preparation. Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Prepare and review regulatory reports, including Call Reports and related filings. Monitor financial performance and communicate trends, risks, and opportunities to executive management. Develop and maintain effective accounting policies, procedures, and controls. Strategic Leadership Lead and coordinate the preparation of the Bank's annual budget, including departmental budgets, financial forecasts, and supporting assumptions; monitor actual performance against budget and provide variance analysis and recommendations to executive management. Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team and contribute to strategic planning initiatives. Participate in the development of the Bank's annual and long-term financial plans, including revenue, expense, capital, and profitability projections. Prepare financial presentations and reports for the Board of Directors and executive committees. Asset Liability and Capital Management Support asset/liability management (ALCO) activities through financial modeling, interest rate risk analysis, and liquidity monitoring. Assist in capital planning and balance sheet management initiatives. Monitor key financial ratios and recommend actions to maintain a strong financial position. Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management Ensure compliance with applicable banking regulations, accounting standards, and internal policies. Coordinate financial audits, regulatory examinations, and tax engagements. Maintain a strong internal control environment and implement process improvements to mitigate risk. Stay informed of emerging regulatory, accounting, and industry developments affecting community banks. Leadership & Team Development Lead, mentor, and develop accounting personnel. Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Establish departmental goals and performance expectations aligned with organizational objectives. Develop succession planning strategies within the accounting department. Operational Excellence Evaluate and improve accounting systems, reporting processes, and operational efficiencies. Collaborate with lending, operations, retail banking, compliance, risk management, and information technology teams. Lead special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned by executive management. Qualifications Required Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting or financial management experience. Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience managing finance, accounting, or operational teams. Proven experience within a bank, financial institution, public accounting firm serving financial institutions, or closely related industry. Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls. Preferred Qualifications Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation strongly preferred. Community banking experience preferred. Experience with regulatory reporting, including Call Reports. Experience participating in regulatory examinations and external audits. Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred. Familiarity with asset/liability management (ALM), liquidity management, and bank capital planning. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Demonstrated leadership ability and executive presence. Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills. Ability to interpret complex financial information and communicate recommendations effectively. Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills. Ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. High level of integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and sound business judgment. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial reporting systems, and core banking applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr First Lockhart