Bank Controller: GAAP, Regulatory Reporting & Strategy

First Electronic; Salt Lake City, Northern (UT, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

First Electronic Bank (FEB) seeks a seasoned Controller to lead all accounting operations, ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting, and manage regulatory calls. This role partners with executives and external auditors to maintain rigorous internal controls and timely financial insights.

You will oversee loans, reserves, deposits, and activities across the balance sheet while steering the accounting team toward continuous improvement and strong risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA designation strongly preferred.
• Experience in bank/regulated financial services is required or highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations including close processes.
• Oversee preparation of financial statements per U.S. GAAP and banking regulations.
• Direct regulatory financial reporting (Call Reports, examiner requests).
• Maintain strong internal controls and risk management alignment.
• Serve as accounting liaison to external auditors, regulators, and internal reviews.
• Oversee loans, CECL/ACL reserves, deposits, and balance sheet activities.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA designation preferred

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Financial systems

Job description

First Electronic Bank (FEB) seeks a seasoned Controller to lead all accounting operations, ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting, and manage regulatory calls. This role partners with executives and external auditors to maintain rigorous internal controls and timely financial insights.

You will oversee loans, reserves, deposits, and activities across the balance sheet while steering the accounting team toward continuous improvement and strong risk management.