Assistant Controller en Bank of Clarke

Description

Position Purpose: The Assistant Controller supports the Controller in overseeing the organization’s accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulatory requirements, and effective internal controls. This role is instrumental in managing the daily (accounting) operations, monthly close process, and supporting audits and strategic initiatives. 

What you’ll do: 

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. 

• Oversee general ledger accounting, including journal entries, reconciliations, consolidation and variance analysis. 

• Collaborates regularly with other departments to gather and validate financial data, ensuring accuracy and consistency in reporting across the organization. 

• Supports cross-functional initiatives and projects that align with organizational objectives. 

• Assist with quarterly tax estimates, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations. Ensure timely and accurate tax payments. 

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering professional development and performance. 

• Development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures. 

• Monitor and ensure compliance with internal controls and SOX/FDICIA requirements. 

• Support the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors and preparing required documentation. 

• Participate in system upgrades, automation initiatives, and process improvements. 

• Stay current on changes in accounting standards and regulatory requirements. 

• Other duties as needed. 

Requirements

Where you’ll shine: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred. 

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting or financial institutions. 

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory reporting. 

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Fiserv, SAP). 

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. 

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. 

• Preferred experience in banking or other regulated financial services. 

• Preferred advanced Excel skills and experience with data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI - Lumio). 

Where we shine: 

• Offering a full suite of benefits including medical, life, dental, and vision insurance plus generous paid time off. 

• Supporting associates and their families; we embrace the importance of caring for oneself and our families. 

• Surrounding ourselves with smart, driven, and diverse individuals. 

• Valuing integrity, commitment regarding our daily duties, and the Bank as a whole. 

• Supporting local philanthropic, cultural, and artistic initiatives and organizations that our employees’ value. 

• Devoted to the communities in which we serve as we help those who form the creative backbone of our market’s future economy and business value. 

• Bank of Clarke is “Great Place to Work” Certified through June 2025. 

• “Top Virginia Employer for Interns” award recipient (2023, 2024,2025) through Virginia Talent and Opportunity Partnership (V-TOP.) 

Working Conditions: 

The individual will be required to be available after normal working hours. Business travel may be necessary to meet with vendors and attend training opportunities. Occasional hours beyond standard scheduling may be required to meet critical deadlines. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed under the knowledge/skills section are representative of the knowledge, skill set, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

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