Controller

Description

 Golden Valley Bank is currently seeking an experienced Controller. The Controller is a key member of the bank’s finance and accounting leadership team and is responsible for overseeing the Bank’s accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and regulatory reporting processes.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, preferably within a community banking environment, along with the ability to partner effectively with executive management, auditors, regulators, and business leaders.  Our top candidate is motivated by knowing their everyday efforts of providing Absolutely Outstanding Customer Service (AOCS) helps us achieve our strategic initiative of being the Best Bank in Town.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller will be very organized, have strong management and leadership skills with the ability to work well independently and in a collaborative environment. We expect applicants to have a strong sense of accountability, self-motivation, and time management skills with the ability to prioritize daily, weekly, and monthly tasks.

Requirements

The ultimate candidate would be a professional possessing a Bachelor’s Degree in Business with an accounting or finance emphasis and at least five years of experience within a financial institution ideal, not required, and preferably have:

• Strong management ability, leading by example and team oriented.
• A commitment to the vision, mission, and core values of Golden Valley Bank.
•  Awareness that you can have a positive influence and make a difference with our customers as well as in the community. 
• Proficient at researching, analyzing and advising Executive Management on changes in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Regulatory Accounting Principles.
• Ability to monitor general ledger accounts daily, including wire-related accounts, correspondent bank accounts, accounts payable, accruals, prepaid, suspense accounts and other general ledger accounts. Following up on unusual activity with appropriate Bank Staff.
• Willingness to support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Familiar with regulatory reporting including call report, FR2900 and annual financial statements.

Possess the following qualities:

• Strong ability to maintain cordial and professional relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Active listening skills, with strong deductive reasoning ability.
• Willingness to adapt to changing business needs and deadlines.
• Ability to study and apply new information.
• Professional integrity with the ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

We offer a competitive compensation package including annual performance bonuses. Comprehensive health, dental, vision insurance, long-term disability and life insurance opportunities. We have a 401k with a generous employer match. Paid time off and a great holiday schedule. 

Additional information regarding this position is available upon request, including, a Job Description and details of our excellent benefits programs.

If you value your community, enjoy providing Absolutely Outstanding Customer Service, desire the opportunity for professional growth, and believe you possess the commitment, personality, and skills to become part of the Best Bank in Town, we would like to have you apply today!

Golden Valley Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified employees and applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity of expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis.