Controller

Abilene, Texas
Full-Time | Exempt | On-Site
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Posting Date: February 2026

Position Overview

Are you an experienced accounting leader who thrives in a regulated banking environment? Do you value accuracy, integrity, and strong internal controls while partnering closely with executive leadership?

This community bank is seeking a Controller to report directly to the CFO. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and regulatory compliance of the Banks accounting and financial reporting functions. The Controller oversees the general ledger, financial statement preparation, regulatory reporting, and internal accounting controls in accordance with GAAP and applicable banking regulations.

This position serves as a key technical accounting advisor to the CFO and supports executive leadership, the Board of Directors, auditors, and regulatory agencies. The Controller plays a critical role in maintaining financial transparency, safeguarding assets, and upholding the Banks control environment.

What Youll Be Working On

• Overseeing the Banks general ledger, accounting records, and financial reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements

• Preparing and reviewing financial statements and reports for management, the Board of Directors, regulators, and external stakeholders

• Ensuring timely and accurate regulatory reporting, including FFIEC Call Reports, CECL calculations, Interest Rate Risk analysis, and required federal and state filings (subject to CFO approval)

• Maintaining a strong internal control environment, including reconciliations, documentation standards, and segregation of duties

• Supporting audits and regulatory examinations by coordinating documentation, responding to inquiries, and assisting with remediation of findings

• Overseeing accounting activities including journal entries, reconciliations, cash management reporting, fixed assets, leases, accruals, and prepaid expenses

• Assisting in the development and analysis of annual budgets

• Providing financial analysis and reporting support to the CFO and executive leadership for decision-making and Board reporting

• Supervising Accounts Payable and expense reimbursement processes to ensure compliance with Bank policies

• Maintaining and updating accounting policies, procedures, and internal documentation, including Board-approved policies

• Participating in special projects, system enhancements, process improvements, and internal committees as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• Minimum of 2+ years of banking finance experience

• 5+ years of overall accounting or finance experience

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and regulatory reporting requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

• High level of professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality

• Strong analytical and mathematical skills

• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to interpret complex financial data and establish facts to support decision-making

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• On-site position in an air-conditioned office environment

• Business casual attire

• Ability to alternate between sitting and standing as needed

• Occasional walking, bending, squatting, twisting, and reaching

• Frequent computer use requiring fine and gross motor skills

• Ability to perceive sound for effective oral communication

Equal Opportunity Employer

This organization is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and maintains a work environment free from discrimination where employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment decisions are based solely on merit and qualifications directly related to job competence.

The employer is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and complies with all applicable fair employment practices. This organization participates in E-Verify and is unable to provide temporary worker visa sponsorship.