SVP & Controller

State Bank Of Texas; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

State Bank Of Texas is seeking an SVP Controller to oversee the accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, regulatory compliance, and internal controls while supporting executive leadership with financial analysis and strategic planning.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 5–10+ years in banking finance, advanced Excel, and experience with banking software and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–10+ years in accounting or finance, preferably in banking/financial services.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with banking software and ERP systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical abilities.
• Knowledge of Call Reports and regulatory filings; audits & examiner relations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations and monthly close.
• Manage general ledger, AP/AR, fixed assets, reconciliations.
• Prepare GAAP financial statements.
• Ensure regulatory reporting compliance (FDIC, Fed, OCC).
• Coordinate annual budgeting and forecasting.
• Monitor liquidity and capital ratios.
• Develop accounting policies and procedures.
• Supervise accounting staff.
• Support core banking system conversions or financial software implementations when needed.
• Partner with executive leadership on strategic financial decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical abilities

Communication

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Banking software

Job description

Description

The SVP Controller oversees the accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, regulatory compliance, and internal controls of the bank. This role ensures accurate financial statements, compliance with banking regulations, and effective management of accounting processes while supporting executive leadership with financial analysis and strategic planning.

Essential Duties:

• Manages investments.
• Oversees loan accounting and loan reporting.
• Manages daily accounting operations, including:
• General ledger
• Accounts payable/receivable
• Fixed assets
• Reconciliations
• Month-end and year-end close
• Prepares and reviews financial statements in accordance with GAAP and banking regulations.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory reporting requirements, including reports for agencies such as the:
• Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
• Federal Reserve System
• Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
• Oversees internal controls and assists with internal and external audits.
• Coordinates annual budgeting and financial forecasting processes.
• Monitors liquidity, capital ratios, and financial performance metrics.
• Develops and maintains accounting policies and procedures.
• Supervises accounting staff and supports employee development.
• Partners with executive leadership on strategic financial decisions.
• Ensures timely tax filings and compliance activities.
• Supports core banking system conversions or financial software implementations when needed.

Requirements

• EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED: None required; CPA preferred.
• RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE: 5–10+ years of accounting or finance experience, preferably within banking or financial services. Experience with banking software and ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills required, along with strong leadership, communication, and analytical abilities.
• Knowledge of Call Reports and regulatory filings; experience managing audits and examiner relationships; ability to work under deadlines in a regulated environment; high attention to detail and confidentiality.

Strong Knowledge of:

• GAAP
• Bank regulatory reporting (CECL)
• Internal controls
• Financial analysis
• Prologue application