Assistant Controller at Sunflower Bank NA – Plano, Texas

At Sunflower Bank, N.A., we’re experiencing great growth. Since our founding in 1892, we've been committed to serving our communities and supporting the team members who make it all possible. As a full-service financial institution, we offer a full range of relationship-focused services to meet personal, business, and wealth-management financial objectives. Creating Possibility is not just our mission, it’s what we do every day for clients and associates. Learn more about Sunflower Bank, N.A. at sunflowerbank.com.

Sunflower Bank, N.A. is looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of a full-time Assistant Controller at our Plano, TX location.

The Assistant Controller position is responsible for understanding, implementing, and supervising accounting or finance related processes and procedures within a proper internal control environment. This position supervises accounting staff and is responsible for their daily activities. The Assistant Controller provides back up and support for senior finance officials, maintains and reconciles transactions for accounting systems and conducts financial analysis of accounts.

Primary Responsibilities

• Set high standards and expectations for team members; then lead, mentor, and motivate staff to achieve those expectations.
• Understand, implement, and supervise the accounting of processes such as accounts payable, property accounting, cash & equivalents accounting, derivatives, equity or debt investments, income and other tax accounting, purchase accounting, intercompany and elimination accounting, accounting related to lending and servicing activities, equity compensation accounting, etc.
• Ensure material accuracy of accounting by systems utilized for banking practices.
• Review, enhance, and maintain internal controls and the control environment entity-wide.
• Educate and train staff in systems and processes.
• Assist in establishing short- and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.
• Assist with timely and accurate submission of financial reports to management.
• Coordinate information gathering for auditors (internal and external) and regulatory authorities.
• Complete month end closing duties according to schedule and research and explain monthly activity.
• Process various regulatory reports within required timeframes or provide support to others producing the final reports.
• Assist senior accounting officers as requested.
• Maintain reconcilements and accounting records to standard for frequency and accuracy.
• Maintain confidentiality of bank, internal and external customer information.
• Maintain effective business relationships with those to whom service is provided as well as those with whom business is conducted, both inside and outside of the bank, including co-workers, customers, vendors, and others.
• Perform the job in accordance with applicable industry laws and regulations as well as the policies and procedures established by the company, including upholding Fair and Responsible Banking practices and Code of Ethics and Conduct guidelines.
• Understand and participate in the Bank’s Community Reinvestment Act program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree; Accounting or Finance preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant preferred.
• Bank accounting experience with proven accounting knowledge, attention to detail, ability to work independently and able to solve complex problems.
• Intermediate capability in Microsoft Office products at a minimum as well as familiarity with banking software; report building experience a plus.
• Proven ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Previous managerial experience preferred.
• Ability to clearly offer and communicate findings with others.
• Experience with sensitivity in working with and maintaining confidential information.
• 40 WPM keyboarding/typing.
• 10-key by touch.
• Must be able to work flexible hours.

Pay is dependent on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and location.

Working Conditions

The physical demands of this position require the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Employees may spend extended periods sitting or standing, using hands to operate computers or other equipment, and reaching for work-related tasks. Regular walking may be required, along with occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, or climbing. The role may involve lifting or moving items weighing up to 10 pounds. Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Sunflower Bank Benefits

People choose to “bank” with us, but for those we serve, we’re more than a bank. We strive to be the financial backbone of their lives, and we know that starts with our team.

Our supportive culture empowers team members to grow and seize new opportunities. Like our namesake, the sunflower, we are:

• Rooted in Strength
• Propelled by Growth
• Individuals in a Great Whole
• Creating Possibility
• Community Focused

Associates enjoy outstanding benefits, including:

• 401(k) Plan with 6% Match
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Plus many more associate perks & incentives!

If you qualify, apply online at www.sunflowerbank.com/careers.

You’ve never worked anyplace like Sunflower Bank!

EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Vets

Sunflower Bank, N.A. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Open until filled; early application encouraged. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days.

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