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Sr. Controller
Stearns Bank N.A.
4140 Thielman Ln Ste 201 Saint Cloud, MN 56301-3968 UNITED STATES
Job Description

Come grow with us an join an award-winning organization! Stearns Bank is looking for a Sr. Controller. This is a remote-eligible position based out of our Financial Center in St. Cloud, Minnesota.

JOB SUMMARY

Plan and direct the accounting operations of the company.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Oversees corporate operations of the Accounting Department, which include accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, & bank reconciliations.
  • Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implements a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk.
  • Oversees the production of periodic financial reports; ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards.
  • Recommends benchmarks that will be used to measure the company’s performance.
  • Produces the annual budget and forecasts; reports significant budget differences to management.
  • Provides financial analysis, with emphasis on capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations.
  • Responsible for oversight and preparation of income tax preparations for CPA firm.
  • Works with internal & external auditors and provides needed information for the annual audit.
  • Files quarterly and annual reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
  • Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
  • Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.
  • Loss prevention and security as applicable for this position.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of all legal and regulatory compliance issues as they pertain to this position.
  • Perform other duties as necessary for the efficient operations of the department and organization.
  • Complete required training.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.
  • Ability to understand and follow instructions in English.
  • Ability to sit for extended periods of time, twist, bend, sit, walk use hands to twist, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, such as computer mouse, computer keyboard, calculator, stapler, telephone, staple puller, etc., reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, talk or hear.
  • Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Education & Experience

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or seven - ten years related experience in the finance/accounting industry and/or training, or equivalent education and experience.
  • Five or more years of management experience.
  • Call report experience highly desired.
  • CPA accreditation preferred.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Flexible.
  • Detail oriented.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
  • Strong computer skills.

About

THE COMPANY

Founded in 1912, Stearns Financial Services Inc. (SFSI) is a $2.4 billion well-capitalized, independent financial holding company based in St. Cloud, Minnesota. Specializing in nationwide small business lending and equipment financing, Stearns has maintained outstanding customer service, fast decisions, and customized finance solutions to their customers for decades.

Stearns Bank has earned itself a stellar reputation amongst customers and competitors alike. This reputation goes beyond just word-of-mouth, as Stearns has been recognized by the Independent Community Banker’s Association (ICBA) as a top-performing bank in the nation based on a 3-year average Return on Assets for banks $1 billion or more. Stearns has also been recognized by American Banker as a top-performing bank in the nation over a 3-year period for Return on Equity for banks from $2 billion to $10 billion.

As a Star Tribune Top Workplaces award recipient and an award recipient of the Minnesota Business Magazine 100 Best Places to Work in Minnesota, Stearns takes pride in their team and holds their employees in extremely high regard. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package including our Employee Stock Ownership Program-one of the best long-term incentive programs in the nation.

How to Apply

Please apply at https://stearnsbank.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/3/home?c=stearnsbank&source=MBA.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, or creed, religion, sex, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other class protected by Federal, State, local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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Sr. Controller

Please apply at https://stearnsbank.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/3/home?c=stearnsbank&source=MBA.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, or creed, religion, sex, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other class protected by Federal, State, local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or seven - ten years related experience in the finance/accounting industry and/or training, or equivalent education and experience.
  • Five or more years of management experience.
  • Call report experience highly desired.
  • CPA accreditation preferred.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Flexible.
  • Detail oriented.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
  • Strong computer skills.

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Come grow with us an join an award-winning organization! Stearns Bank is looking for a Sr. Controller. This is a remote-eligible position based out of our Financial Center in St. Cloud, Minnesota.

JOB SUMMARY

Plan and direct the accounting operations of the company.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Oversees corporate operations of the Accounting Department, which include accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, & bank reconciliations.
  • Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implements a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk.
  • Oversees the production of periodic financial reports; ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards.
  • Recommends benchmarks that will be used to measure the company’s performance.
  • Produces the annual budget and forecasts; reports significant budget differences to management.
  • Provides financial analysis, with emphasis on capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations.
  • Responsible for oversight and preparation of income tax preparations for CPA firm.
  • Works with internal & external auditors and provides needed information for the annual audit.
  • Files quarterly and annual reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
  • Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
  • Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.
  • Loss prevention and security as applicable for this position.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of all legal and regulatory compliance issues as they pertain to this position.
  • Perform other duties as necessary for the efficient operations of the department and organization.
  • Complete required training.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.
  • Ability to understand and follow instructions in English.
  • Ability to sit for extended periods of time, twist, bend, sit, walk use hands to twist, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, such as computer mouse, computer keyboard, calculator, stapler, telephone, staple puller, etc., reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, talk or hear.
  • Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

THE COMPANY

Founded in 1912, Stearns Financial Services Inc. (SFSI) is a $2.4 billion well-capitalized, independent financial holding company based in St. Cloud, Minnesota. Specializing in nationwide small business lending and equipment financing, Stearns has maintained outstanding customer service, fast decisions, and customized finance solutions to their customers for decades.

Stearns Bank has earned itself a stellar reputation amongst customers and competitors alike. This reputation goes beyond just word-of-mouth, as Stearns has been recognized by the Independent Community Banker’s Association (ICBA) as a top-performing bank in the nation based on a 3-year average Return on Assets for banks $1 billion or more. Stearns has also been recognized by American Banker as a top-performing bank in the nation over a 3-year period for Return on Equity for banks from $2 billion to $10 billion.

As a Star Tribune Top Workplaces award recipient and an award recipient of the Minnesota Business Magazine 100 Best Places to Work in Minnesota, Stearns takes pride in their team and holds their employees in extremely high regard. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package including our Employee Stock Ownership Program-one of the best long-term incentive programs in the nation.