Controller

LHH Recruitment Solutions is currently seeking a Controller for our financial services client in the North Oklahoma City, OK area. This role will be instrumental in generating and reviewing financial reports, managing financial planning and analysis, ensuring compliance with audit and internal control standards, and assisting with accounting operations. This position offers a hybrid working environment over time and competitive compensation and benefits package.

Responsibilities:

· Prepare or review financial reports to ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.

· Conduct quarterly variance analysis on income statements, balance sheets, and other items as requested.

· Resolve technical accounting issues and apply proper treatment for unusual or complex transactions.

· Collect, analyze, and model data from association systems and leadership to develop budgets and monthly forecasts.

· Investigate and report on budgetary and forecast variances.

· Identify and address weaknesses in the budgeting and forecasting processes.

· Perform profitability and KPI analysis.

· Develop and prepare internal reports for management and committees.

· Design, implement, and maintain internal controls over financial reporting.

· Respond to audit requests by compiling necessary information and addressing audit findings.

· Assist the CFO with remediation efforts following internal audit results.

· Maintain policies and procedures for assigned duties.

· Collaborate with the risk department and third-party service providers on risk management and model validation processes.

· Review and prepare complex accounting estimates, including the allowance and provision for credit losses.

· Resolve accounting issues related to high-risk assets and oversee fixed asset accounting and maintenance

· Implement reconciliations for new or unusual transactions.

· Collaborate with the Accounting team to resolve general ledger and loan accounting issues.

Skills and qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.

· Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting, audit, or finance, including responsibility for financial reporting and internal controls (or equivalent experience).

· CPA required.

· Public accounting audit experience preferred.

· Experience in financial lending institutions is a plus.

· Expert knowledge of GAAP and the COSO framework.

· Strong understanding of budgeting and financial forecasting processes.

· Skilled in analyzing financial data to draw logical conclusions.

· Proficient in accounting/reporting software and best practices for implementation.

· Expertise in internal controls compliance and optimizing business processes.

· Advanced skills in Excel or Power BI; proficient with Microsoft Office

Benefits:

· 401(k) Match

· Bonus Opportunity

· Paid Time Off

· Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

· Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

· Continuous Learning Opportunities

If interested in this opportunity, please apply directly.