Assistant Controller

Fidelity Bank LA • Mandeville, LA, US

15 hours ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Overview

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Fidelity Bank, headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, believes in making a difference by living our mission to help families and businesses thrive in the communities we serve. Our culture emphasizes accountability, integrity, work–life balance, and a commitment to community. The mortgage division, NOLA Lending Group, provides residential home financing solutions in 46 states.

The benefits package is informational and details regarding compensation and benefits will be provided during the application process. Fidelity reserves the right to modify benefits at any time.

Position Summary

The Assistant Controller supports the Controller in daily operations, including maintaining the general ledger, preparing journal entries, and ensuring accurate accounting across departments. The incumbent oversees regulatory reporting, audits, investor servicing, wire transfers, and fixed asset management, while liaising with internal and external service providers. This role also ensures compliance with FDICIA internal controls and contributes to the development of departmental policies and procedures. This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.

This position can be located in Mandeville or New Orleans

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Skills

Bachelor's degree in a related business field or 4 years of comparable experience
2 years' experience in the Finance / Accounting group of a financial institution
Excellent accounting skills and working knowledge of regulations governing accounting in financial institutions
General understanding of all phases of the institution's operations
General understanding of how core applications interface to the general ledger
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)
Analytical, problem solving, judgement, organization & planning
Follow-Through, resourcefulness, initiative
Strong communication skills (listening, speaking, writing), resilience & balance, collaboration
Technology skills including project management and technical acumen
Leadership skills including achieving results, strategic thinking, leading teams, addressing conflict, and managing change

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Skills

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and / or other industry certifications

Master's degree in accounting

5 years' experience as an Assistant Controller or Accounting Manager / Supervisor

Experience in a public financial institution

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Supervise accounting staff, including timecard approvals, hiring participation, and training

Assist Controller with daily operations and advise departments on proper accounting treatment

Prepare support for external / internal audits and FDIC / OFI examinations

Prepare the annual FDIC Regulatory Summary of Deposits

Maintain Fixed Assets system, process additions / disposals / transfers, manage annual inventory, and LAT-5 reporting

Oversee file transmissions and payments for serviced investor portfolios (FNMA, FHLMC, MPF / FHLB, etc.), reconcile discrepancies, and complete monthly / annual reporting

Manage the wire transfer process and enforce related policies

Coordinate with FISC DP Service Provider and IT for GL entries and application issues

Maintain the general ledger and application interfaces

Review internal deposit accounts and reconciliations; resolve issues

Prepare journal entries and monthly expense accruals

Monitor Investment Portfolio purchases / sales and securities collateralization

Contribute to departmental policies, procedures, and internal controls

Oversee FDICIA internal controls

Represent Fidelity with core values : Integrity, Community, Dependability, Excellence, Longevity, Accountability

Comply with regulatory rules through training and demonstrated ability

Perform other duties or special projects as assigned

Physical requirements : primarily sitting with some standing, walking, lifting and bending

Fidelity Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected category. Fidelity maintains a drug-free workplace.

If you require accommodation to submit your application, please email talentmanagement@bankwithfidelity.com or call 985-612-2764. All information provided will be kept confidential and used to provide the needed accommodation.

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please email talentmanagement@bankwithfidelity.com.

This position is located in Mandeville, LA, 70471.

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