Controller - Thrivent Bank

Duties & Responsibilities

Leads all accounting operations for Thrivent Bank, including general ledger, month-end and quarter-end close, financial reporting, call reporting and balance sheet governance.

Ensures the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP, regulatory requirements, and Thrivent accounting policies.

Oversees internal controls over financial reporting, including documentation, testing support, issue remediation, and continuous improvement of control effectiveness.

Serves as a key partner to Risk, Compliance, Internal Audit, and external auditors; coordinates audits, examinations, and regulatory requests.

Provides technical accounting guidance on new products, transactions, system changes, and business initiatives, ensuring appropriate accounting treatment and risk mitigation.

PARTNERS WITH TREASURY, FP&A, AND BUSINESS LEADERS TO SUPPORT FORECASTING, CAPITAL PLANNING, LIQUIDITY REPORTING, AND STRATEGIC DECISION-MAKING.

LEADS, COACHES, AND DEVELOPS A HIGH-PERFORMING ACCOUNTING TEAM; ESTABLISHES CLEAR EXPECTATIONS, BUILDS CAPABILITY, AND ENSURES APPROPRIATE SUCCESION PLANNING.

DRIVES PROCESS STANDARDIZATION, AUTOMATION, AND CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT TO IMPROVE EFFICIENCY, SCALABILITY, AND DATA QUALITY.

Maintains strong governance over accounting policies, procedures, and documentation.

Models Thrivent’s leadership competencies – Model the Way, Rally the Team, and Deliver Outcomes – while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and client focus.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles within banking or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated experience leading month-end close, audits, and regulatory interactions.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and retain high-performing teams.
• Strong judgment, attention to detail, and ability to navigate complex issues with sound recommendations.

Pay

The applicable salary or hourly wage range for this full-time role is $153,750.00 - $208,015.00 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will be determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, location, relevant experience, skills, and knowledge, business needs, market demand, and other factors.