Controller & Finance Department Manager

Full-Time | Exempt | Onsite
Location: Corvallis, OR

This is a senior leadership role for a hands-on Controller who values community, culture, and long-term impact.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller & Finance Department Manager will lead the day-to-day accounting and financial reporting function for a well-capitalized, conservatively managed community financial institution. This role is critical to maintaining strong financial controls, supporting executive leadership and the Board, and developing the next generation of finance talent.

The organization is financially sound, relationship-driven, and intentionally not publicly traded. Culture matters here. Trust matters here. Being present matters here.

This role is onsite and highly collaborative. Remote or hybrid arrangements are not a fit.

• The institution is in a strong position with excellent liquidity and conservative risk management.

• A long-tenured interim Controller is in place, allowing time to find the right long-term fit.

• Leadership is seeking a Controller who can grow with the organization and serve as a future CFO succession candidate.

• The focus is on stability, people, and stewardship — not short-term exits or financial engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Lead and oversee the general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting processes.

• Ensure accurate, timely, and GAAP-compliant recording of all financial transactions.

• Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial and regulatory reporting.

• Prepare monthly financial statements and reporting packages for executive leadership and the Board.

• Coordinate preparation of annual audited financial statements and related disclosures.

• Oversee preparation and filing of required regulatory reports, including Call Reports and related filings.

Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Lead the annual budgeting process in partnership with department leaders.

• Provide meaningful financial analysis, variance reporting, and insight to support accountability and decision-making.

• Support longer-term financial planning as the institution continues measured growth.

Audit, Compliance & Regulatory Support

• Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.

• Coordinate documentation and support for audits and regulatory examinations.

• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, banking regulations, and internal policies.

• Support CECL and allowance-related processes in collaboration with Credit and executive leadership.

Treasury, Capital & Risk Support

• Monitor daily liquidity and cash positions.

• Support capital planning, stress testing, and internal risk management activities.

• Assist with ALM reporting and analysis in partnership with third-party vendors.

• Participate in enterprise risk management processes and reporting.

Finance Department Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a small, dedicated Finance team.

• Oversee accounts payable and related internal controls.

• Support Board communications, materials preparation, and governance processes.

• Assist with shareholder-related reporting, dividends, and coordination with the stock transfer agent.

• Build trusted relationships across the organization through accessibility, consistency, and follow-through.

What Success Looks Like (First 12–24 Months)

• Smooth, predictable month-end close and audit cycles.

• Strong relationships and trust built with department leaders and executive management.

• Clear, well-documented accounting policies and internal controls.

• Confidence from the Board in financial reporting and analysis.

• Established credibility as a long-term leader and potential successor.

Qualifications:

Required

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

• 6–10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience.

• Strong GAAP knowledge and experience leading close and reporting processes.

• Proven ability to operate independently while managing multiple priorities.

• Leadership experience in a collaborative, relationship-driven environment.

• Willingness to work onsite and be fully engaged with the organization.

Preferred

• CPA designation (strongly preferred for long-term growth and succession).

• Experience in financial services, banking, or other regulated industries.

• Experience working directly with Boards, auditors, and senior leadership.

• Exposure to CECL, ALM, capital planning, or regulatory reporting (can be learned).

Bank-specific system experience is not required; strong accounting fundamentals matter more.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary.

• Annual profit-sharing program tied to organizational performance.

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, and paid time off.

• Relocation assistance available for the right candidate.

Culture & Fit

This organization is:

• Community-focused and relationship-driven

• Conservative, stable, and well-governed

• People-first, family-oriented, and long-term minded