SVP Controller

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Malvern, AR
7+ Years Experience
Financial Services
The Role

At Customers Bank, we believe in working hard, working smart, working together to deliver memorable customer experiences and having fun. Our vision, mission, and values guide us along our path to achieve excellence. Passion, attitude, creativity, integrity, alignment, and execution are cornerstones of our behaviors. They define who we are as an organization and as individuals. Everyone is encouraged to have personal development plans. By doing so, our team members are on their way to achieve their highest potential and be successful in their personal and professional lives.

Work location: This position is hybrid, coming into the office at least 3 days per week with Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday being set office days. This role can be located in Malvern, PA, West Reading, PA or NYC.

Overview:

The SVP, Controller will oversee the accounting operations of the Bank, such as the timely close process, general ledger maintenance, internal reporting functions, and implementation of policies and internal controls over financial reporting. This position requires an in-depth understanding and application of US GAAP in a publicly traded banking institution. 

This position will also be involved in the implementation of new accounting pronouncements and policies and in the proper recording of significant non-routine transactions and new products or services related to new banking initiatives. In addition, this role will also assist in the review of external financial reports/regulatory filings.

What you’ll be doing:

The key responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

Accounting Operations

  • Manage all operational accounting functions, such as accounts payable, payroll, fixed assets, and general ledger maintenance.
  • Ensure the proper recording of significant non-routine transactions and the accounting of new products or services related to new banking initiatives.
  • Assist in the implementation of new accounting pronouncements and policies. In addition, this role will also assist in the review of external financial reports/regulatory filings.

Financial Analysis & Reconciliations

  • Manage the chart of accounts, account reconciliation control functions, and critical accounting systems.
  • Work with business lines and operational leaders to ensure proper application of US GAAP.

GL and Monthly Close Process

  • Manage the monthly, quarterly and year-end closing activities, close calendar, schedule of deliverables, and production of periodic financial reports.

Financial Reporting

  • Assist in the review of the quarterly and year-end SEC filings as well as regulatory reports (e.g. call reports, FRY 9C, FRY 9LP)
  • Assist in the review of tax provision and deferred income taxes.
  • Assist in the preparation and review of Audit and Disclosure Committees’ materials.
  • Assist in the preparation and review of Investor presentation materials, and other ad-hoc internal reports, as required.
  • Assist in the preparation and review of budgets and forecasts.

Compliance

  • Maintain the SOX 404 internal control documentation, including enhancements to existing policies and procedures.
  • Evaluate existing accounting processes for continuous improvement.
  • Assist in key accounting and finance transformation projects.
  • Lead and mentor the accounting operations team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Develop, retain and serve as a team mentor.
  • Liaise with business line managers, internal and external auditors, regulators and compliance.
  • Identify, manage and participate in the implementation of new regulatory requirements.
  • Supervision of staff members, managing day to day workload and development

What do you need?

Must haves:

  • Undergraduate degree from an accredited university in accounting or finance (CPA a must)
  • 10+ years of related experience, preferably in a publicly traded bank environment
  • Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory reporting rules, guidance, and filing requirements 
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and RAAP
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Detail oriented
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain cross-functional working relationships.
  • Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong technology skills, including MS Office products (Excel, Word).
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, demanding, and rapidly changing environment.
  • Ability to prioritize competing priorities in a logical manner.
  • Ability to work nights and weekends, when needed, during reporting periods.

Nice to Haves:

  • Banking regulatory reporting experience

Technology Skills:

  • MS Office applications

Customers Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

 

We also provide “reasonable accommodations”, upon request, to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. 

 

Diversity Statement:

 

At Customers Bank, we believe in working smart, working together, and having fun while delivering innovative solutions and memorable experiences for our customers. We are committed to the continual advancement of a culture which reflects the value we place on diversity, equity, and inclusion. We honor the diverse experiences, perspectives, and identities of our team members, and we recognize that it is their passion, creativity, and integrity that drives our success. Step into your future with us! Let’s take on tomorrow.

The Company
HQ: Wyomissing, PA
788 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1997

What We Do

What we believe in: At Customers Bank, we are dedicated to providing exceptional value, service and convenience as part of an overall effortless banking experience. Our high-tech, high-touch approach to banking allows us to deliver a superior selection of products and services.

Who we serve: We’re a community-based, full-service bank that offers a continually expanding portfolio of loans to small businesses, multi-family projects, mortgage companies and consumers nationwide with locations in Illinois, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Texas.

Our way of banking: Our approach to banking is built on three core pillars – commitment to human connections, dedication to innovation and the latest technology, as well as our responsibility to ground innovation in our deep experience and reliable financial foundation. We’re focused on our customers, employees, and investors every day — connecting them to real opportunities, helping them grow, and doing it all with speed and agility so they can get further, faster.

More information: To learn more, visit us at http://customersbank.com. Customers Bank, a subsidiary of Customers Bancorp, Inc., is an equal opportunity lender and a member of the Federal Reserve System with deposits insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. Customers Bancorp, Inc. voting common shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol CUBI.

Member FDIC - Equal Housing Lender.

Privacy Policy: We discourage Customers Bank customers from sharing personal identification data such as account numbers, social security numbers, or phone numbers on social media. Please send a direct message if you have questions regarding your account. To learn more, visit our website at https://www.customersbank.com/privacy-notice/.

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