Controller

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Job description

Civista Bank

Description:

Position Summary

The Controller is responsible for oversight and coordination of the bank's financial operations. The Controller also prepares and/or reviews all financial statements and other reports that go to the Board on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. The Controller is also responsible for the preparation of the Bank's annual budget.

Key Accountabilities, Responsibilities and Expectations:

• Lead, manage, and support the Financial Operations team.
• Oversee the timely and accurate preparation and review of the various internal, external, and regulatory financial reports.
• Participate in the review of the financial performance of the bank regarding long term operational goals.
• Work diligently to protect the safety and financial soundness of the bank. Participate in internal and external exams and audits.
• Partner with all lines of business to prepare the bank and holding company operating budget and forecast.
• Participate in executive leadership activities, including ad hoc projects as necessary.
• All other duties as assigned and any activities that support the key accountabilities.

Requirements:

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills:

• Minimum of seven years of accounting experience, preferably in a financial institution setting.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Accounting or Finance. CPA designation preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of accounting standards, laws and regulations related to the job.
• Technical and comprehensive knowledge of all accounting areas of a Bank including an excellent understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) specifically related to financial institutions
• Solid Computer literacy (Microsoft Office) with accurate data entry skills; proficient knowledge of working with spreadsheet and creating formulas. Ability to become proficient in use of specific software required for position.
• A high level of initiative, thoroughness, accuracy, and organizational skills required.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical skills.
• High level of confidentiality required.
• Solid oral and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Work involves eye strain due to the constant use of computer screens, reading of reports, working with spreadsheets and so forth.
• Work involves being able to concentrate on the matter at hand, under sometimes distracting work conditions.
• Work involves ability to communicate professional both in person and via telephone; hear, see, accurately manipulate figures, and sit for long periods at a time.
• Work involves lifting and moving loan files of up to 15 lbs.
• Work involves some travel to attend meetings, training, and so forth.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision: Equal Opportunity Employer EEOC M/F/D/V
This Position Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

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