Controller/Holding Company

Summary

Responsible for the day-to-day activities of the Bank’s general accounting system and financial information reporting.

Duties and Qualifications

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The duties listed below may not include all responsibilities that the person in this role may be asked to perform. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties, as assigned, including cross training across other departments, as necessary.

• Reviews for accuracy management reporting
• Works on budgeting
• Prepares financial statements and reports to the ALCO committee
• Interfaces with internal and external auditors
• Works with CFO on tax calculations and other financial analysis
• Responsible for procedures, policy, reconciliations, etc.
• Assists other departments with various accounting related matters
• Responsible for staying abreast of any and all new accounting rules, regulatory changes and then for making appropriate changes in related policies and procedures as needed
• Manages the hiring, daily activities, coaching, evaluating and counseling of reporting staff
• Participates in job specific training and other various Bank training programs, as necessary
• Maintains current knowledge of internal risk controls and loss prevention, including reporting of suspicious or unusual customer activity per Bank policy, and ensures adherence by the respective department personnel
• Maintains current knowledge and complies with all federal and state laws and regulations and all established Bank policies and procedures, including internal audit controls related to department operations, and ensures adherence by the respective department personnel
• Maintains current knowledge of all rules, regulations, and laws as they apply to BSA/OFAC/USA Patriot Act/CIP/AML, and ensures adherence by the respective department personnel

QUALIFICATIONS

These specifications are general guidelines based on the minimum experience normally considered essential to the satisfactory performance of this position. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to perform the position in a satisfactory manner. Individual abilities may result in some deviation from these guidelines.

• A self-starting individual who possesses a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and a CPA certification
• Ten or more years of professional experience in accounting, five of which need to be with a Bank or Thrift
• Must have at least three years of management experience
• Must possess a strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles as they apply to Banks/Thrifts
• Must be fully knowledgeable of federal bank regulations
• Must have strong background in budgeting, planning, and financial reporting and analysis
• Must be PC literate with strong knowledge of Microsoft Office software, to include Excel
• Problem solving skills and the ability to make sound financial decisions, as well as flexibility and professionalism
• Attention to detail and a high degree of mental concentration, and the ability to multitask
• Good organizational, interpersonal and communications skills
• Ability to meet deadlines, work in a fast paced environment, and perform a variety of tasks with numerous interruptions
• Ability to sit in front of a computer screen for long periods of time, which may cause visual strain
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is desired

ORGANIZATION

• This position reports to the Chief Financial Officer
• This position oversees the Accountants, Accounting Specialists, Accountant / ATM Debit Card Support, Purchasing Manager and Inventory Control Specialist

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

All employees are required to attend scheduled mandatory trainings and complete online regulatory compliance training courses applicable to their specific job function. In all situations, employees must ensure that their actions fully comply with all federal banking laws and regulations, including internal bank policies and procedures. Failure to adhere to these requirements will be grounds for disciplinary action, including probation and possible termination.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Lone Star National Bank’s Mission Statement includes a commitment to helping our communities grow by serving them with pride and integrity.  All employees are encouraged to volunteer for bank sponsored activities, civic, charitable and community events and to be active in the communities we serve.

ATTENDANCE

Punctuality and regular attendance should be regarded as essential functions of any position at Lone Star National Bank.

Among other things, "good attendance habits" mean the following:

• Be at your work station ready for work by the start of each workday
• Remain at your work station, unless the needs of the job require being elsewhere, except during authorized breaks (including restroom breaks)
• Take only the time normally allowed for breaks
• Call in and notify your supervisor or another member of management if you are going to be either absent or tardy
• Alternate work arrangements such as telecommuting or working from home are not permitted by Lone Star National Bank

LSNB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate in the recruitment, hiring, and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status as protected by applicable laws.

Management reserves the right to change this position description at any time according to business needs.