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Assistant Controller

Bank of St. Francisville

  • Baton Rouge, Louisiana
  • 3 days ago

    Highlights

    Review work prepared by the Accounting Assistant, including payroll, accounts payable, journal entries, reconciliations, securities activity, public funds, payroll tax reporting, and regulatory schedules. You’ll be responsible for general ledger integrity, month-end close, financial and regulatory reporting, financial analysis, and internal controls, while preparing complete, well-supported financial information for the Controller’s final review.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBaton Rouge, Louisiana

    Description

    Description


    Exciting news! Bank of St. Francisville is seeking an Assistant Controller to join the team. In this role, you will serve as the day-to-day technical accounting lead, supporting the Controller/CFO in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timely completion of the Bank’s accounting and financial reporting. You’ll be responsible for general ledger integrity, month-end close, financial and regulatory reporting, financial analysis, and internal controls, while preparing complete, well-supported financial information for the Controller’s final review. This role also directly supervises the Accounting Assistant, making it a great opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys both technical work and developing others.

    Key Responsibilities


    • Own the integrity of the general ledger and month-end close, including reviewing reconciliations, preparing complex or non-routine entries, and resolving discrepancies
    • Review work prepared by the Accounting Assistant, including payroll, accounts payable, journal entries, reconciliations, securities activity, public funds, payroll tax reporting, and regulatory schedules
    • Prepare monthly financial statements, consolidated and holding-company financial information, budget comparisons, and financial components of management, Board, and committee reporting
    • Analyze financial results, investigate significant or unusual variances, and prepare explanations of material changes for the Controller
    • Coordinate preparation of the Call Report and other regulatory reports, ensuring accurate, submission-ready reporting
    • Own the accounting calendar and proactively manage month-end, regulatory, audit, tax, and financial reporting deadlines
    • Prepare and analyze budgets, forecasts, staffing costs, and ALCO financial information in partnership with department managers
    • Build, maintain, and improve reports using Microsoft Excel, Horizon 360 BI, American Planning, and other Bank systems
    • Coordinate accounting support for internal and external audits, regulatory examinations, tax preparation, and public-fund audits
    • Research accounting guidance and unusual transactions, document conclusions, and recommend appropriate accounting treatment
    • Directly supervise the Accounting Assistant, including assigning work, setting expectations, reviewing for accuracy, providing training and feedback, and supporting professional development
    • Maintain and strengthen accounting procedures, internal controls, and documentation, identifying opportunities to reduce errors and improve efficiency
    • Manage the day-to-day workflow of the Accounting Department and serve as a fully trained backup for payroll, accounts payable, and other critical functions
    • Comply with all Bank policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including completing required BSA training, and exhibit BSF Core Values

    Skills, Knowledge and Expertise


    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
    • Minimum of two to three years of professional accounting experience required
    • Prior banking accounting experience, or public accounting experience serving financial institutions, preferred but not required
    • Strong knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting, financial statements, and how financial accounts and reports relate
    • Ability to understand the financial impact of transactions and recognize when results balance but don’t make sense
    • Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and follow-through
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including identifying root causes and recommending solutions
    • Demonstrated ability to supervise, train, coach, and develop employees
    • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, large reconciliations, and report development
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including explaining financial information clearly to non-accountants
    • Ability to prioritize independently based on deadlines, risk, and materiality
    • Discretion, confidentiality, professionalism, and sound judgment
    • Ability to quickly learn banking systems, bank-specific accounting, and regulatory reporting requirements
    • Comfort using technology tools, including AI, to improve efficiency, analysis, and reporting

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