JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of the Bank’s public reporting disclosures, including forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K, and quarterly earnings releases. In addition, this role will assist in management reporting decisions, ensuring consistency and accuracy of monthly, quarterly and annual reporting across the Bank.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for the coordination and filing of all Bank public disclosures, including forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K.
- Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements and the related footnotes consistent with GAAP. Develop and manage supporting schedules and tie-outs.
- Prepare complete Management Discussions and Analyses (MD&A) that are well-written, appropriately identify drivers and trends, and are relevant to the business and the current reporting period.
- Maintain thorough knowledge of SEC disclosure requirements, existing and new accounting guidance (particularly ASC 326), and Bank policies to remain fully compliant with each. Research all new applicable accounting pronouncements and develop the necessary reporting disclosures.
- Coordinate and collaborate with the accounting/finance team (including significant coordination with parent company), senior management, investor relations, attorneys, and auditors to ensure that all disclosures are of high quality, accurate and complete.
- Assist with external auditors’ quarterly review and annual audit processes.
- Proactively and routinely communicate with stakeholders about public reporting and status, emerging issues and deadlines.
- Achieve Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance by maintaining a comprehensive internal control structure over public reporting activities.
- Lead the disclosure preparation effort for subsequent securities offerings, and research accounting and disclosure requirements for new business transactions.
- Support investor relations, including review and tie-out of materials included in investor decks and press releases.
- Maintain strict deadlines. Examine and recommend areas to streamline the reporting processes and financial reporting deliverables.
- Perform other duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Must be able to conduct variance analysis and reconciliation between reports and systems.
- Familiarity with Workiva Wdesk and NetSuite Accounting software are strong pluses.
- Strong technical writing skills to complement exceptional accounting accuracy.
- The ability to work independently, when necessary, as well as with a team, to create high quality public reports.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
CREDENTIALS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting required. CPA strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 6 to 9 years’ experience in public company reporting, with a minimum of 4 years with a public filer.
- Experience with general ledger software, excellent Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with the other components of Office 365 software.
- Bank disclosure knowledge is highly preferred.
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND REQUIREMENTS:
- Cubicle work environment with the opportunity for occasional work in a home office with minimal exposure to distractions or environmental hazards.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Required to pass a preemployment background check and maintain a clear background.
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