VP, Controller (75990) (Marlborough)

VP, Controller

Hybrid Headquarters - Marlborough, MA

Overview

Salary Range $140,000.00 - $225,000.00 Salary/year Level Management Position Type Full Time Category Accounting

Job Description

Title: VP Controller

FLSA Status: Exempt Employment Status: Full Time

Department: Finance Location: Marlborough/ Hybrid Work Model Eligible

Reports To: EVP CFO

This is a high-autonomy leadership seat with true ownership of the accounting function and a clear mandate to strengthen controls, streamline processes and modernize reporting and systems. If you are a hands-on accounting leader who wants latitude to build, develop and shape a team while partnering closely with senior leadership, this role is worth a confidential conversation.

Scope and impact include:

• Leading the close and financial statement process while safeguarding financial integrity
• Overseeing regulatory reporting (FDIC Call Report, FR Y-9SP, FR 2900, DIF)
• Owning controls and audit readiness while partnering with auditors and regulators
• Coordinating cross-functionally with senior management to drive consistency and accountability

What you would walk into: a strong, stable institution with a clear mandate for continuous improvement and growth. The close is currently 3 to 5 business days with opportunity to further standardize reconciliations and reduce manual workarounds.

Team and growth: you will lead a team of 2 to 3 including an Assistant Controller with the ability to hire, develop and shape the accounting function. This is a definitive opportunity for growth for someone who wants broader scope and visibility.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller is responsible for planning, organizing and directing the accounting activities of the Bank to ensure establishment and maintenance of effective financial and internal controls, and timely and through financial management reporting.

Responsible for the preparation of annual audited financial statements and footnotes. Oversees the month end and year end processing of bank and all affiliated companies. Financial liaison to internal and external auditors. Manage the production of documents required by such third parties.

Additionally, this position embraces the established service culture to maximize their contribution to the Bank's goals.

After successful completion of training and proven abilities, this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with availability expected during core business hours and agreed upon number of days per-week/month on site.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

In the performance of respective tasks and duties, the employee is expected to successfully perform quality work within deadlines with or without supervision, interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers; work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments and work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.

Maintain a broad oversight of all functions within the accounting department, including but not limited to reconciliations, wire transfers, cash positioning, interfacing, postings, accounts payable and other related responsibilities. In conjunction with the Assistant Controller, ensures all work of the accounting team is accurate, timely and in accordance with various bank policies.

Financial Reporting & Close Process Leadership:

• Troubleshooting and resolution of complex accounts payable and accounts receivable issues
• On time preparation of month-end reconciliations with supporting documentation for approval.
• Assisting with daily/monthly posting of general ledger
• Maintain the General Ledger chart of accounts
• Become subject matter expert in financial accounting applications i.e. Fixed Assets, GL, AP
• Participate in the daily and monthly closing of the Bank's general ledger and oversee the production of various internal financial reporting packages.
• Review all monthly general ledger reconciliations and follow up on the resolution of reconciling items.
• Production and review of monthly and annual balance sheet, income statement, and tax reports for various companies including the Holding Companies, subsidiaries, and charitable foundation.

Regulatory Compliance & External Reporting:

• Oversee submission and review of all regulatory reports including but not limited to, FDIC Call Report, FR Y-9SP, FR 2900, and DIF Report.
• Develops and maintains working relationships with tax accountants, external auditors, regulators/examiners and internal auditors. Gathers data and reviews information prepared for audits and tax returns.

Leadership, Talent Management:

• Takes a leadership role while completing high-level duties and assignments, provides guidance, error resolution and support to staff with complex and difficult tasks.
• Develop accounting staff by providing education, training, and special project opportunities.
• Ensures the effectiveness and efficiency of department staff. Conducts annual performance reviews for directly reporting staff; provides ongoing training, development and coaching to accounting department staff. Serves as accounting team leader.
• Oversee the day-to-day Accounting activities including: Derivatives/SWAPs, cash monitoring and Investments

Accounting Policy & Technical Expertise:

• Responsible for the accurate implementation of existing policies, procedures and systems
• Research and interpret new accounting and regulatory pronouncements to determine their financial and operational impact on the organization and recommend actions needed to implement them.
• Review and revise accounting policies and procedures when changes are warranted.

Specialized & Ancillary Accounting Functions:

• Lead pension, BOLI and SERP accounting, reviewing supporting data
• Charitable foundation accounting
• Participate in the preparation of the Allowance for Credit Loss
• Develops quarterly tax reports measuring accruals and expenses/benefits. Responsible for timely payment of taxes.

General:

• Effectively use tools and systems to be able to self-manage, organize, and complete work independently, proactively recognizing potential obstacles resolving them before they become an issue, managing to deadlines, creating action plans when not on track, enabling job functions to happen with minimal oversite and meeting conditions of satisfaction.
• Use discretion in dealing with large amounts of sensitive, confidential information, while adhering to all Bank policies and procedures
• Adhere to all company policies, consistently demonstrating our core values and service standards
• In the performance of respective tasks and duties, the employee is expected to maintain knowledge of and ensure compliance with Bank Secrecy Act regulations and adheres to compliance procedures and internal/operational risk controls in accordance with all applicable regulatory standards, requirements and policies as well as attending all required training sessions and completing all required on-line training courses.
• Regular and consistent attendance is required to ensure a high standard of customer service.
• Other duties as assigned, performing similar or related work as directed, required, or as situation dictates.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• The Controller plays a critical role in safeguarding the financial integrity of the organization, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enabling informed decisions made at the executive and Board level through accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Work is non-routine and relies on prior directly related experience and specific bank policies, and programs.
• Work is not directly supervised, and the role is relied upon to provide subject matter content within the organization.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA strongly preferred)10+ years of accounting experience, in the banking or financial services industry.
• Prior experience participating in acquisition integration, transaction support, or public-company accounting and reporting environments preferred.
• Significant progressive accounting leadership experience, preferably in banking or financial services
• Deep knowledge of GAAP, regulatory reporting, and banking compliance requirements
• Proven experience with general ledger systems and financial reporting platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage complex processes, and influence cross-functional stakeholders

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

• Smart Phone - To enable the MFA (Multi Factor Authentication) facilitating access to MSB systems.

HYBRID/REMOTE ENVIRONMENT:

• Your physical remote location must provide a dedicated workspace that is free from distraction and provides adequate light to be regularly visible on video calls.
• You must have access to a reliable