Finance Controller: GAAP, Regulatory Reporting & Growth

Fortress Bank; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortress Bank seeks a Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance within its Finance team. The role oversees month-end close, budgeting support, and analysis, serving as a liaison with auditors and regulators across Des Moines, Peoria, and Davenport markets.

You will ensure GAAP adherence, strengthen internal controls, and drive reporting enhancements to support strategic growth objectives in a hands-on, in-office capacity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance; CPA preferred.
• Experience in banking, financial services, or public accounting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting controls.
• Experience working with external auditors and regulatory examiners.
• Experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and regulatory reporting.
• Familiarity with FDIC Call Reports and regulatory reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger, payables, receivables, reconciliations, and related processes.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing activities, including reconciliations and allocations.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports per GAAP.
• Assist CFO with annual budgeting coordination.
• Support financial forecasts and strategic planning.
• Perform variance analyses and report trends/risks to management.
• Maintain internal controls and safeguard assets.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory examiners.
• Support regulatory reporting and FDIC Call Reports.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Regulatory reporting

Auditing coordination

Financial analysis

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Financial reporting software

FDIC Call Report systems

Job description

Fortress Bank seeks a Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance within its Finance team. The role oversees month-end close, budgeting support, and analysis, serving as a liaison with auditors and regulators across Des Moines, Peoria, and Davenport markets.

You will ensure GAAP adherence, strengthen internal controls, and drive reporting enhancements to support strategic growth objectives in a hands-on, in-office capacity.