Assistant Controller

Angott Search Group; Michigan; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Angott Search Group partners with a respected credit union to identify an Assistant Controller who will lead daily accounting operations, ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting, and oversee regulatory filings. The role supports the Controller and broader organization while developing staff and strengthening internal controls.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance, at least five years of accounting experience with leadership, and strong proficiency in Excel and automated

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum of five years of accounting or financial experience, including at least two years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Familiarity with credit union operations, regulatory requirements, Federal Reserve systems, ACH, and check-clearing processes.
• Understanding of financial planning, budgeting, and analysis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and financial analysis.
• Experience with automated accounting and electronic delivery systems.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and identify process improvements.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain accounting concepts to non-accounting staff.
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and maintain composure in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Manage the monthly close process, including general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, balance sheet and income statement preparation.
• Oversee monthly analysis of loan participations, investments, and derivatives, including related journal entries and reconciliations.
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Oversee preparation of regulatory filings, including NCUA Call Reports.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff, including hiring, training, performance management, and professional development.
• Provide guidance on complex accounting matters and serve as an escalation point for departmental issues.
• Lead or support budgeting processes, including operating expenses and non-interest income, as well as variance analysis.
• Prepare dividend recommendations and monthly financial performance narratives and visual reporting.
• Coordinate preparation for audits and regulatory examinations and work with internal and external auditors.
• Manage loan analytics systems, including reconciliation of loan balances, charge-offs, delinquency data, and related reporting.
• Assist with oversight of ACH operations, including business account onboarding, NACHA compliance, file submissions, returns, exceptions, and fraud claims.
• Assist with oversight of check returns and wire processing, including resolution of returned items and fraud claims.

Job description

Angott Search Group is pleased to partner with a respected credit union in the search for an Assistant Controller. This position plays a key leadership role within the Accounting department, overseeing daily accounting operations, financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and internal controls while supporting the Controller and broader organization.

What You\'ll Do:

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Manage the monthly close process, including general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, balance sheet and income statement preparation.
• Oversee monthly analysis of loan participations, investments, and derivatives, including related journal entries and reconciliations.
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Oversee preparation of regulatory filings, including NCUA Call Reports.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff, including hiring, training, performance management, and professional development.
• Provide guidance on complex accounting matters and serve as an escalation point for departmental issues.
• Lead or support budgeting processes, including operating expenses and non-interest income, as well as variance analysis.
• Prepare dividend recommendations and monthly financial performance narratives and visual reporting.
• Coordinate preparation for audits and regulatory examinations and work with internal and external auditors.
• Manage loan analytics systems, including reconciliation of loan balances, charge-offs, delinquency data, and related reporting.
• Assist with oversight of ACH operations, including business account onboarding, NACHA compliance, file submissions, returns, exceptions, and fraud claims.
• Assist with oversight of check returns and wire processing, including resolution of returned items and fraud claims.

What You\'ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum of five years of accounting or financial experience, including at least two years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Familiarity with credit union operations, regulatory requirements, Federal Reserve systems, ACH, and check-clearing processes.
• Understanding of financial planning, budgeting, and analysis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and financial analysis.
• Experience with automated accounting and electronic delivery systems.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and identify process improvements.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain accounting concepts to non-accounting staff.
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and maintain composure in a deadline-driven environment.