Controller

Volunteer Bank

Nashville, TN

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Close, Auditing, Balance Sheet, Banking Regulations, Banking Services, Cash Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Detail Oriented, Finance, Financial Audit, Financial Control, Financial Regulations, Financial Reporting, Financial Services, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Journal Entries, Leadership, Loan Accounting, Loan Operations, Maintain Compliance, Operations, People Management, Performance Management, Reconciliation, Regulations, Regulatory Reports, Regulatory Requirements, Team Building, Technical Accounting, Time Management

LOCATION

Nashville, TN

POSTED

2 days ago

Position Summary

The Controller is a hands-on accounting leader responsible for executing and overseeing the Bank's day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial and regulatory reporting. Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer, this role maintains direct involvement in reconciliations, month-end close activities, journal entries, and regulatory reporting while ensuring compliance with GAAP, banking regulations, and internal control requirements. The Controller serves as a key operational partner to the CAO and plays a critical role in audits, regulatory examinations, and day-to-day financial governance.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Reconciliations

Perform and oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger activity, cash management, and subsidiary ledger oversight.
Prepare and review daily, weekly, and monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and accounting estimates.
Actively participate in the month-end close process, including executing close tasks and meeting established deadlines
Coordinate close activities across accounting, lending, operations, and finance teams.

Regulatory & Financial Reporting

Prepare required regulatory reports, including Call Reports and holding company filings, as applicable.

Internal Controls, Compliance & Risk Management

Execute and maintain a strong internal control environment over financial reporting

Support the CAO in responses to audit findings and examination comments.

Leadership & Team Development

Supervise and develop accounting staff, including performance management and professional development.
Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
Provide technical accounting guidance to team members and business partners.

Qualifications

Education & Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (required).
CPA designation (preferred but not required).

Experience

7-10+ years of progressive accounting and/or auditing experience, preferably in banking or financial services.
Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.

Knowledge & Skills

Strong understanding of GAAP, banking regulations, and regulatory reporting requirements.
High level of attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Advanced Excel skills; experience with core banking systems and accounting tools preferred.
Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across organizational teams.

Controller

Volunteer Bank

Nashville, TN

About the Company

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