Controller

Job Description 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. 1. Financial Strategy & LeadershipDevelop and execute the bank's financial strategy aligned with business goalsAdvise executive leadership on financial planning and growth opportunitiesSupport mergers, acquisitions, and investment decisions 2. Financial Reporting & ComplianceEnsure accurate and timely financial reporting (monthly, quarterly, annual)Oversee preparation of financial statements in line with standards like GAAP/IFRSEnsure compliance with banking regulations (e.g., capital adequacy, liquidity rules)Liaise with regulators, auditors, and rating agencies 3. Risk ManagementMonitor financial risks including credit, market, and liquidity riskWork closely with CRO (Chief Risk Officer) to maintain risk frameworksEnsure proper internal controls and financial governance 4. Capital & Liquidity ManagementManage capital structure and adequacy (Basel III requirements, stress testing)Oversee liquidity planning and funding strategiesOptimize balance sheet performance 5. Treasury & Investment OversightSupervise treasury operations, including cash flow and fundingManage investment portfolios and interest rate riskOversee asset-liability management (ALM) 6. Budgeting & ForecastingLead annual budgeting process and long-term financial planningAnalyze financial performance and variancesProvide forecasts to guide decision-making 7. Cost Control & EfficiencyIdentify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiencyMonitor expense management across the bank 8. Stakeholder CommunicationPresent financial results to board members and investorsMaintain relationships with regulators, analysts, and shareholders