Bank Controller - GAAP, Regulatory Reporting, Strategy

First Electronic Bank; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

First Electronic Bank (FEB) is seeking a seasoned Controller to lead the accounting function, ensuring GAAP compliance and rigorous regulatory reporting. You will partner with treasury, risk, and operations to drive financial governance and strategic decision-making.

As a key member of the Finance leadership team, you will mentor the Accounting group, oversee audits, and engage with external regulators. A CPA and banking experience are highly preferred for this senior role in Utah.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Significant experience within a bank, financial institution, or regulated financial services environment.
• Strong knowledge of bank financial statements, regulatory reporting, and Call Report preparation.
• Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP, bank accounting principles, and internal controls.
• CPA designation strongly preferred; advanced degrees welcome.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Oversee the preparation and accuracy of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and banking regulations.
• Direct regulatory financial reporting, including Call Report preparation and examiner requests.
• Maintain a strong internal control environment and support enterprise risk management initiatives.
• Serve as the primary accounting liaison for external auditors, regulators, and internal review functions.
• Oversee accounting and reporting for loans, CECL/ACL reserves, deposits, strategic partner programs, securitizations, and other balance sheet activities.
• Partner with executive leadership by providing financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic support.
• Lead, develop, and mentor the Accounting team while driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Support new business initiatives, product launches, system implementations, and finance transformation efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Regulatory reporting

Risk management

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Financial systems

Job description

First Electronic Bank (FEB) is seeking a seasoned Controller to lead the accounting function, ensuring GAAP compliance and rigorous regulatory reporting. You will partner with treasury, risk, and operations to drive financial governance and strategic decision-making.

As a key member of the Finance leadership team, you will mentor the Accounting group, oversee audits, and engage with external regulators. A CPA and banking experience are highly preferred for this senior role in Utah.