Axos Bank
Target Range:
$180,000.00/Yr. - $250,000.00/Yr.
Actual starting pay will vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.
Eligible for an Annual Discretionary Cash Bonus Target: 12.5%
Eligible for an Annual Discretionary Restricted Stock Units Bonus Target: 12.5%
These discretionary target bonuses may be awarded semi-annually based upon your achievement of performance goals and targets.
About This Job
The FVP, Axos Bank Controller will play a key role in leading the month9-end close for our public entity and drive the administration and continuous improvement of our SOX program. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller/Chief Accounting Officer, this role is pivotal in shaping the leadership structure needed to support our ongoing growth. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience managing large teams within a public company environment, ideally within the financial services sector.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and related external auditor9s reviews and audits
- Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial statements and reports specifically 10-K9s and 10-Qs along with other regulatory filings
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the close process (including identifying and implementing technology and off-shoring strategies)
- Lead the bank9s SOX compliance program to ensure adherence to internal control requirements and develop a scalable program to support the continued growth of the institution
- Coordinate with internal and external auditors for SOX testing and documentation
- Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance and support for their professional development
- Foster a collaborative work environment
- Communicate effectively with senior management, auditors, the Board, and regulatory bodies and prepare deliverables to facilitate those communications
Qualifications:
- Bachelor9s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; active CPA license strongly preferred
- 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience, including leadership responsibilities
- Demonstrated experience leading and developing large or complex accounting teams
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial controls, and public company reporting requirements
- Experience preparing, reviewing, or supporting SEC and other public company regulatory filings
- Strong understanding of financial reporting, general ledger, close, reconciliation, and internal control processes
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Strong communication and leadership skills, with experience partnering with senior management and cross-functional stakeholders
- Banking, financial services, or broker-dealer accounting experience strongly preferred
Axos Employee Benefits May Include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Paid Sick Leave, 3 weeks9 Vacation, and Holidays (about 11 a year)
HSA or FSA account and other voluntary benefits
401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with Employer Match Program and 529 Savings Plan
Employee Mortgage Loan Program and free access to an Axos Bank Account with Self-Directed Trading
