Controller/Assistant Chief Financial Officer

Company: F&M Bank and Trust Company
Location: Manchester
Posted on: April 8, 2021

Job Description:

**This Position has immediate advancement opportunity to CFO uponcompletion of probationary period and regulatory approval**JOB SUMMARY:F&M Bank and Trust Company is seeking an experienced candidate for a Controller / Assistant Chief Financial Officer. This engaging position will assist in directing and managing the Bank's accounting, financial, asset liability management, liquidity, and investment functions. They will provide additional financial leadership ensuring financial reporting, accounting systems, processes, and controls are compliant with all technical and regulatory requirements. Prospective candidates will take an active and accountable role in enhancing reporting, strategic planning, and analysis needed to reach the next level of the Bank's growth and success. Candidates will be responsive, self-motivated, and results-oriented individuals who possesses strong analytical skills and strive for continuous development. This individual will have proven excellence in leadership characteristics and outstanding people skills in developing, coaching, and leading a team to reach their best potential.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:--- Prepare and maintain accurate financial reports and records for the bank and holding company.--- Assist with internal account balancing, preparation, and review--- Prepare and review bank policies as needed--- Analytical review and approval of supplies, utilities, and general bills to ensure efficiency and cost savings.--- Assist CFO in preparation of the following regulatory reporting (FR 2900, FRY-9, FDIC Liquidity Report, Call Report)--- Provide input regarding lease negotiation and major purchases.--- Ensure the bank maintains adequate credit, market, and operational risk, while ensuring the bank is in full compliance with all banking laws, regulations, and internal policies and procedures.--- Provide guidance regarding the pricing of the bank's financial products and services.--- Present regular reports to the CEO and Board of Directors, and other entities, as needed, regarding the financial positions of the bank.--- Make recommendations to reduce risk exposure in the areas of asset/liability, credit, operations and compliance.--- Prepare and submit various tax forms for the Bank--- Prepare weekly Rate Cap worksheet from Rate Watch report to maintain compliance with rate cap restrictions of the Consent Order.--- Assist in review of Bank Owned Life Insurance, and present report to Board.--- Oversee public funds pledging, submit necessary paperwork for changes.--- Request Advances from FHLB/PPPLF as needed or directed by CEO--- Provide Information and Review Insurance Renewals for insurance broker--- In the absence of CFO perform all duties as needed.--- Attend and participate in appropriate board and officer level committee meetings.--- Assist CFO in management of treasury activities including investments, borrowings, and liquidity management in consultation with other members of senior management.--- Assist with management of, and be responsible for, ALCO duties for the bank.--- Assist with the review, analysis, communication and negotiation with various bank vendors.--- Assist with the CFO with the vendor management program review and maintenance.Education and Special Requirements: --- Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university. --- Certified Public Accountant (C.P.A.) certificate preferred. --- Five to seven years related banking or accounting/auditing experience. --- Direct work with General Ledger entries and reconciliations --- Knowledge of GAAP, banking regulatory, and financial reporting. --- Previous management of projects, departments, or another supervisory role is required --- Post graduate industry-specific education (e.g., Graduate School of Banking, etc.) preferred. --- Position requires occasional overnight travel to attend various training conferences, workshops, or seminars. --- Prior experience in leading treasury, including ALCO, risk analysis, budget, and forecasting processes for financial institutions preferred. Competencies Necessary to Do the Job: --- Excellent written and oral communication skills --- Ability to work well with others in a professional, cooperative and flexible manner --- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality --- Exceptional Customer Service --- Ability to multi-task --- Excellent mathematical and problem-solving skills --- Ability to be regularly, predictably and reliably at work --- Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail --- Strong work ethic - "whatever it takes" attitude --- Must be decisive and work well under deadlines --- Ability to work independently, with minimal directionF&M Bank and Trust Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicant must live within 1-2 hours travel distance to bank.

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