Finance Operations Manager

Primary Accountabilities

• Manages the finance and accounting operations of the assigned business units (primarily the Home Loans Division and its affiliates), including general ledger, mortgage banking, accounting, accounts payable, and reconciliation functions.
• Ensures the timeliness and accuracy of financial reports as well as compliance with GAAP, legals and regulatory reporting requirements, and ensures effective internal controls.
• Prepares and analyzes financial reports to ensure fluctuations and variances are properly explained and accurate. Analysis includes evaluating opportunities to improve financial management and profitability for the Bank.
• Responsible for the budget preparation and monitoring of the division, affiliates, and other related lines of business. Ensures prudent management of the organization’s resources.
• Manages and maintains finance operations policies. Coordinates/Manages the planning and organizing the bank’s account reconciliation function with the Accounting & Reconciliation Manager.
• Establishes and maintains efficient and effective processes and control procedures, meeting quality and timeliness expectations.
• Evaluates, identifies, and leads projects and initiatives to improve accounting processes through system automations and other efficiencies. Enhances procedure documentations and training materials, and effective knowledge transfer.
• Keeps abreast of all changes in accounting and reporting requirements and facilitates changes in policies and procedures as needed to maintain compliance.
• Assists with the implementation of new accounting policies and assists with research and resolution of accounting issues.
• Assists in various audits and exams over quarterly reviews and annual financial statement audits. Prepares and/or reviews schedules for quarterly reviews and annual audit. Conducts research and provides responses to requests related to tax audits and inquiries.
• Supervises and monitors team performance and identifying areas for improvement. Coaches and develops staff to enhance their accounting and problem-solving skills, fostering a high-performing team culture.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited 4-year university in Accounting required.
• Experience: 6+ years of experience in Accounting/Finance, preferably in the financial industry, with increasing level of responsibility and managerial experience required. 5+ years of Supervisory or 3+ years of management experience required. 2+ years of experience overseeing General Ledger preferred.
• Licenses/Certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.