Director Finance FPB

About the role

Leads key financial functions, including internal and external reporting, Rent-a-BIN relationship oversight, accounting policy development, internal control evaluation, general ledger and risk management, budgeting, wire transfer operations, and purchasing. Manages the day-to-day operations of Finance, with a focus on administrative leadership, process improvement, and the development of effective financial controls across the organization.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversees regulatory reporting across multiple entities, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant submissions to federal agencies such as the FDIC and Federal Reserve.
• Reviews staff-prepared reports and maintains strong internal controls to support reporting integrity.
• Learns and implements new or updated regulatory requirements by updating procedures, integrating reporting changes (e.g., new data fields), and ensuring staff are properly trained to maintain compliance with evolving standards.
• Manages the preparation and review of annual audited financial statements across multiple entities.
• Researches and implements new accounting standards, leveraging staff support as needed to ensure timely and effective adoption.
• Directs the monthly financial close process. Reviews financial results, key estimates, and supporting activities to ensure alignment with accounting standards and business objectives.
• Leads the budgeting and forecasting processes by validating key assumptions, assessing resource needs, and guiding capacity planning through collaboration with department leaders and data-driven analysis.
• Manages the Rent-a-BIN relationship, including annual risk assessments to evaluate financial, regulatory, and operational exposure. Oversees monthly monitoring and reporting to ensure compliance, performance, and proactive risk mitigation.
• Oversees the wire transfer function, ensuring accurate processing, effective policy implementation, and resolution of escalated issues.
• Leads system enhancements and maintains strong customer service standards.
• Evaluates the adequacy of financial reporting policies by collaborating across departments to ensure that operational activities are accurately reflected in the financial statements.
• Develops and communicates financial analytics that support strategic, tactical, and financial objectives. Translates complex data into actionable insights for diverse audiences, identifying opportunities to enhance business performance.
• Interviews, hires, and trains new staff. Provides constructive and timely performance reviews. Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Skills And Qualifications

• Works at an advanced level to review and evaluate recommendations and requirements and to develop appropriate plans or deliver actions required.
• Works at an advanced level to plan, organize, prioritize and oversee activities to efficiently meet objectives.
• Works at an advanced level to apply appropriate analytical processes and procedures to support research schedules.
• Works at an advanced level to obtain consensus between two or more parties who may have different interests, for the benefit of the organization.
• Works at an advanced level to communicate and deliver information verbally in a clear, concise and compelling manner to other people.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field is preferred.
• CPA credential is preferred.
• Public accounting audit experience is preferred.
• Minimum of five years of practical business experience in financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and accounting policy implementation is preferred.

Competitive Benefits Package

• Full medical benefits when working 20+ hours per week
• Traditional and High Deductible health plan options available
• FREE dental and vision coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off plans
• 401(k) – dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% of total compensation
• Special discounts and offers for events at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center
• PREMIER Wellness Program
• Paid Community Volunteer Hours – PREMIER averages 30,000 hours per year
• Fun Employee Parties