Senior Controller — Financial Strategy & Compliance

Bank of Utah; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great work-life balance

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) plan with 5% match

12 paid bank holidays + PTO

Volunteer opportunities

Awards and recognition

Job summary

Bank of Utah in Ogden, UT is seeking a seasoned Controller to lead the Accounting Department. The role oversees the general ledger, financial reporting, and regulatory filings, ensuring timely, accurate data.

You will supervise staff, coordinate with external auditors, and drive process improvements in core accounting systems while maintaining compliance with GAAP and banking regulations. Candidates should have a bachelor's in accounting, 5–7 years in accounting/financial reporting, 3+ years in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 5-7 years accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory reporting experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory accounting experience.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Accounting Department: review GL accounts, reconciliations, records, and lead staff.
• Model management: oversee RM/ liquidity models and related reports.
• Taxes: prepare tax provision workbook and liaise with external tax accountants.
• Regulatory filings: ensure timely FR2900, FR2644, FFIEC Call Reports, FRY9C/LP, and others.
• Internal controls/audit support; system/process improvements; risk management; budget creation.

Skills

Supervisory accounting

Regulatory reporting

GAAP compliance

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Mainframe

Excel

Job description

Bank of Utah in Ogden, UT is seeking a seasoned Controller to lead the Accounting Department. The role oversees the general ledger, financial reporting, and regulatory filings, ensuring timely, accurate data.

You will supervise staff, coordinate with external auditors, and drive process improvements in core accounting systems while maintaining compliance with GAAP and banking regulations. Candidates should have a bachelor's in accounting, 5–7 years in accounting/financial reporting, 3+ years in