The Controller serves as a key Accounting Officer supporting the Chief Financial Officer in a broad range of accounting duties. Key activities include (but are not limited to) Internal, External and Regulatory Reporting, Daily Accounting Processes, SOX Control Oversight, Interface with Internal and External Auditors and State and Federal Examiners, support of the CEO, CFO, COB and Chairman of the Audit Committee as necessary. The Controller works closely with the entire Finance and Accounting team including backup support as required.Detailed Job DutiesDirectly responsible for the preparation and/or review of critical financial reporting activities:Internal reporting, including monthly board reports and department level budget reports.External Reporting-All SEC Reporting (10-Q, 10-K, Proxy, S filings, others as required).Regulatory Reporting-All Regulatory Reports (Call Report, Y series, FR2900, others as required).Investor Presentations-Support the CFO during periodic investor meetings and/or presentations.Directly responsible for the preparation and/or review of key accounting activities:Oversee daily operation of accounting, responsible for accounts payable, general ledger, month-end close and financial statement preparation, fixed & prepaid assets, etc.Month end close for Bank, mortgage subsidiary & consolidated.Ensure compliance with all internal policy guidelines & regulations.Review/Analyze: income/expense entries, significant budget variances, analysis of profitability, etc.Coordinate information requested from outside auditors and regulatory officials as needed.Reconcile key balance sheet and income statement accounts.Document, implement and maintain key business controls ("SOX Controls"A' )Provide backup and as needed support the CFO on funding and other related matters.Other duties as assigned.RequirementsBS/BA degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration is required.CPA is preferred.A minimum of 5 years prior experience is a key leadership role within an Accounting or Finance TeamA deep understanding of bank accounting, mortgage banking accounting and/or SEC reporting.Outstanding computer skillsExcellent Excel skillsStrong Word and PowerPoint skillsReporting tools such as CognosTypical Bank accounting systems (BankTel a plus)