Entrepreneurial NYC Bank Commercial Bank and established leader in digital payments is looking to hire a CPA with strong SEC and US GAAP experience to Head the Financial and Regulatory reporting team reporting the Controller and Chief Accounting Officer.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee the SEC filings (10K, 10Q), timely and accurate preparation of high-quality earnings release, hands on involvement in investor presentations.
Keep up to date on new accounting pronouncements, SEC regulations and regulatory reporting requirements, and evaluate and communicate their impact on the Company's financial reporting.
Research and document accounting for complex and technical accounting and reporting issues.
Oversee the calculation of the Bank’s allowance for loan losses and lead the implementation of CECL and other accounting updates, including lease accounting.
Liaise closely with internal and external auditors, acting as key point of contact on technical accounting issues and in executing the audit plan.
Provide support for SOX 404 compliance requirements and appropriate process for SOX 404 reporting.
Oversee the accounting and reporting for the Company’s stock-based compensation plans under ASC 718.
Engage in financial/analytical projects on an ad hoc basis.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance and CPA a Must
Minimum 10+ years of relevant work experience, with SEC reporting and regulatory reporting experience with a publicly traded Bank
Big 4 experience highly desirable
Experience at a community to Mid-size bank
Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements a MUST
Experience with CECL implementation highly desired.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience researching and documenting disclosure guidance and the accounting treatment of complex issues and communicating them across the organization.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic-thinking skills.
Advanced experience with Excel and PowerPoint preferred.
Excellent time management, organizational, and project management skills.
Experience with SOX 404 readiness process ideal
Must me self motivated, able to to work effectively within a team environment and be HANDS ON as well as lead and motivate others