Controller

About the Opportunity

We are currently partnering with a well-established community-focused bank to identify a Comptroller/CFO to join their leadership team.

This organization is known for its relationship-driven approach local decision-making and family-first culture. It offers the kind of environment many banking professionals are looking for-collaborative stable and not overly corporate-where leadership is accessible and employees are valued beyond their output.

The Role

This position is responsible for overseeing all financial activities of the bank ensuring financial stability regulatory compliance and strategic growth. They act as a key advisor to the CEO and board especially on financial risk and capital management.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute the banks financial strategy aligned with business goals
• Advise executive leadership on financial planning and growth opportunities
• Support mergers acquisitions and investment decisions

2. Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting (monthly quarterly annual)
• Oversee preparation of financial statements in line with standards like GAAP/IFRS
• Ensure compliance with banking regulations (e.g. capital adequacy liquidity rules)
• Liaise with regulators auditors and rating agencies

3. Risk Management

• Monitor financial risks including credit market and liquidity risk
• Work closely with CRO (Chief Risk Officer) to maintain risk frameworks
• Ensure proper internal controls and financial governance

4. Capital & Liquidity Management

• Manage capital structure and adequacy (Basel III requirements stress testing)
• Oversee liquidity planning and funding strategies
• Optimize balance sheet performance

5. Treasury & Investment Oversight

• Supervise treasury operations including cash flow and funding
• Manage investment portfolios and interest rate risk
• Oversee asset-liability management (ALM)

6. Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead annual budgeting process and long-term financial planning
• Analyze financial performance and variances
• Provide forecasts to guide decision-making

7. Cost Control & Efficiency

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiency
• Monitor expense management across the bank

8. Stakeholder Communication

• Present financial results to board members and investors
• Maintain relationships with regulators analysts and shareholders