BaaS Accounting Manager

FinWise Bank Corporation; Murray (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FinWise Bank Corporation is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting for BaaS partnership accounts and ensure GAAP-compliant reporting. You will manage reconciliations, strengthen internal controls, and coordinate regulatory reporting, audits, and disclosures.

You will supervise staff, drive process improvements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives in a dynamic financial services environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3-5 years of accounting and financial reporting experience in banking and/or financial services.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day accounting functions for BaaS partnership accounts and reconciliation/reporting.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations, identify risks, maintain control environment.
• Apply analytical skills to financial reporting and problem-solving.
• Oversee general ledger, journal entries, AR, balances, reconciliations, and GAAP reporting.
• Ensure accurate, timely regulatory reports and support SEC disclosures.
• Stay current with GAAP and regulatory changes; drive improvements.
• Assist regulatory examinations, audits, and address findings.
• Supervise accounting staff and support professional growth.
• Support BaaS initiatives and align with bank goals.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Skills

Fast-paced work

GAAP knowledge

Automation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance

3-5 years banking/financial services experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Accounting Manager is a key member of the accounting team responsible for supporting the BaaS Assistant Controller and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the Bank's financial records. This role manages critical accounting functions, including month-end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and internal control activities related to the Bank's BaaS and core banking operations. The position works closely with cross-functional teams to support regulatory reporting, audits, process improvements, and strategic business initiatives. The Accounting Manager applies strong analytical and technical accounting skills to identify risks, resolve issues, and improve operational efficiencies. Success in this role requires a proactive mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and evolving financial services environment.

Tasks:

• Own the day-to-day financial accounting functions for BaaS partnership accounts, serving as a key resource for reconciliation and reporting matters.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations and identify key business and financial risks, maintaining the highest level of control environment to ensure the integrity and accuracy of data through validation and reconciliation controls.
• Apply strong analytical skills and critical thinking to financial reporting and problem-solving.
• Play a strategic role across the general ledger, journal entries, accounts receivable, account balances and reconciliations, and financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Own the accurate and timely preparation of regulatory reports and other financial reporting as assigned, including support for SEC reporting requirements and disclosures.
• Remain current with respect to GAAP, regulatory requirements, and financial disclosure requirements, bringing forward improvements and best practices.
• Assist with regulatory examinations, external financial statement audits, and internal audits, helping resolve findings.
• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting staff, including assigning and reviewing work, providing feedback, and supporting professional growth.
• Support BaaS initiatives, add value, and champion the Bank's vision, core values, business principles, goals, and objectives.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as directed.

Must Have Knowledge, Skills,and Abilities:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and embrace frequent change.
• Knowledge of banking regulations, laws, guidelines, GAAP, accounting practices, and procedures .
• Passion for using technology, data, and automation to solve operational problems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Required Education / Experience / License:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3-5 years of accounting and financial reporting experience in banking and/or financial services.

Desired Education /Experience / License:

• Banking/FinTech accounting experience.
• BaaS (Banking as a Service) experience, particularly with BIN (Card) Sponsorship and Payment Processing reconciliations.
• Experience with coaching or managing an accounting staff.
• Experience in Big 4 or top 10 public accounting firm.
• Sit or standat a computer for extendedperiods of time and look at a computer screenfor several hours a day.
• Work in office at FinWise HQ location (Murray, UT).
• Communicate with others in person,on the phone, virtual meetings, and email.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Lift 20 lbs.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Work overtime as assigned.
• Travel overnight as required.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Driving during workday.
• Comply with all company policiesand procedures.

Background checks are required on all bank employees due to the accessibility of Personally Identifiable Private Information.

FinWise is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color,national origin, sex gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status,pregnancy status, veteran status, or disability status.

FinWise provides reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of individuals in compliance with the Americanswith Disabilities Act. For accommodation information or if you need special accommodations to complete the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department at [phone].

Qualified applicants with criminal historyand conviction recordswill be considered in accordance with legal requirements.