Director of Accounting - Corporate Accounting

SUMMARY:

Maintain an accounting system that fairly presents the financial position of the company. Interface with management and use professional judgement supplementing accounting policy and procedures in accomplishing that goal.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents.

Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.

Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style.

Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Reviews monthly internal financial statements to ensure they are in accordance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Reviews Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings including 10-Q's, 10-K's, and 8-K's in accordance with GAAP and SEC requirements.

Maintains adequate, auditable support for filings.

Develops and supports internal controls and Section 404 SOX documentation and risk related assessments.

Reviews department memos for new and existing accounting standards as they apply to current or proposed transactions or processes.

Assists in responding to and coordinating replies to any SEC written or oral comments, coordinating with auditors/counsel as necessary.

Reviews detailed proforma financial statements and related financial data for 33 Act filings for acquisitions and capital raising.

During bank acquisitions - detail review FED & FDIC applications, detail review purchase accounting schedules and review merger-related expenses.

Calculates the Fair Value (FV) of annual stock-based compensation awarded to Directors and Employees and assists with the preparation of stock based compensation related tables disclosed in the annual proxy.

Reviews the annual Goodwill Impairment analysis.

Assists with information needs of outside auditors and federal regulators.

Acts in the absence of the Controller.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Banking is a highly regulated industry and you will be expected to acquire and maintain a proficiency in the Bank's policies and procedures, and adhere to all laws, rules and regulations that are applicable to your conduct and the work you will be performing. You will also be expected to complete all assigned compliance training in a timely manner.

Responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the staff.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Responsible for evaluating performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Responsibilities include recruiting, interviewing, and assisting with hiring, coaching and training employees.

Other responsibilities involve planning, assigning and directing work.

Ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory.

Ability to work with concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations, and proofs of theorems.

Ability to research and implement new accounting standards and regulations.

Ability to effectively manage multiple projects

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Candidate must have a solid understanding of GAAP and applicable regulations, strong analytical and problem solving skills, detail oriented, quality and precision focused and strong supervisory and management skills.

Proficient in the Microsoft Products including Excel, Outlook, and Word.

Bachelor's Degree, required.

Licensed CPA/continuing education on new accounting standards, required.

Ten plus years of accounting or auditing experience required. Experience in managing an accounting department, preferred.

Thorough understanding of current accounting standards.