Company Overview
County National Bank was founded in 1934 as community bank, and we continue to be committed to serving the communities of southern Michigan. With 13 full-service branches and several other financial services offices, our decisions are made by local associates and board members who have a vested interest in the communities we service. Our mission is to sustain a deep commitment to our community and our tradition of banking excellence.
Our associates are our greatest asset; they are committed to building lasting relationships with clients and coworkers. When you join CNB, you will become a part of a legacy that supports the success of our associates and our communities. If you are looking for a career with purpose and a team that values friendly and knowledgeable service, we encourage you to apply.
CNB is looking for a qualified, motivated, and team-focused individual to join our team as Assistant Controller. This position will be housed ON-SITE at our Hillsdale location.
Job Summary
This position supports the Controller by leading technical accounting executive, financial statement consolidation, CECL model executive, and preparation of regulatory reports. This role reviews journal entries and reconciliations, manages close timelines, and ensures documentation and internal controls meet examiner-ready standards. The Assistant Controller coordinates audit and examination request and assists with accounting policy research and implementation. This position serves as a key succession role within the accounting leadership structure.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepares and consolidates monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP, including preparation of footnote disclosures and support schedules.
- Maintains and strengthens a system of internal controls to support the integrity of the financial statements. Key functions include but are not limited to: self-review of tasks, peer review of supporting documents and completion/review of account reconciliations.
- Reviews General Ledge daily and identifies/corrects errors (non-posted items and other differences). Provides oversight and review of journal entries and reconciliations prepared by accounting staff.
- Prepares, reviews and submits various regulatory reports, including assisting with the preparation and review of quarterly Call Reports and related supporting documentation.
- Maintains or reviews fixed assets, investment portfolio accounting and assists with fair value analysis and investment accounting as applicable.
- Assists with and provides oversight during the month-end and year-end accounting close process, including review of staff work and adherence to established timelines.
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Assists with preparation of audited financial statements, footnote disclosures, and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP.
- Assists with preparation, execution, documentation and ongoing maintenance of the CECL model, including analysis of qualitative factors, economic forecasts, portfolio segmentation and coordination of data integrity with Loan Operations and Credit Administration.
- Prepares and assists with various accounting projects, analyses, asset/liability reporting support and special projects.
- Maintains cross-training with Controller. Serves as backup to the Controller and assumes advanced responsibilities as needed to balance workload distribution and ensure continuity of operations.
- Works closely with Controller on annual external audits, internal audits, and regulatory examinations. Coordinates preparation of requested documentation and assists with resolution of findings.
- Documents, standardizes and measures key business processes to allow for continual improvement and efficiency of department processes. Assists with internal control design, monitoring and enhancement.
Qualifications
Required:
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Bachelor’s degree required with focus on Accounting. Comparable accounting experience may be considered.
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At least 3 to 5 years of accounting and/or banking experience.
Skills
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Excellent written communication skills with demonstrated ability to write clearly, concisely and effectively, with attention to detail for visually appealing output and accurately proofreading publications.
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Strong computer skills with a proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
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Excellent verbal communication skills with the demonstrated ability to effectively present information to customers and management.
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Strong administrative and organizational skills with effectiveness in developing tasks and managing resources to achieve targets/goals.
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Ability to maintain the integrity of highly confidential customer and Bank information.
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Ability to multi-task while paying attention to details, advanced problem solving, critical thinking and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of accounting rules, regulations, policies and procedures in the financial industry.
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Passion for providing a stellar customer service experience to all customers (external and internal) and ability to instill this passion in others.
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Excellent interpersonal skills (tactfulness, cooperation, courteousness and customer friendliness) are necessary to represent the bank in a positive manner.
Work Environment
This position is an on-site position located in our Main Office, requiring occasional travel.
