Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Sezzle

7h • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced banking Chief Financial Officer to oversee all financial operations of Sezzle Bank (in formation). The CFO will be responsible for financial reporting, liquidity management, capital planning, asset-liability management, accounting, budgeting, tax compliance, and the Bank's investment portfolio. This role reports to the Bank CEO and serves as a senior executive officer of the Bank.

Requirements

• 10–15+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience in banking or financial services.
• Minimum 5+ years in a senior financial leadership role (CFO, Controller, Treasury) at a regulated financial institution.
• Demonstrated expertise in GAAP financial reporting, Call Report preparation, ALM, liquidity management, and capital planning.
• Strong knowledge of banking regulatory requirements, internal controls, and accounting for financial instruments.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• Experience with CECL implementation, investment portfolio management, and FHLB relationships.
• Familiarity with fintech-affiliated banking models and associated financial reporting complexities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the internal control environment is sound, sufficient, and well-documented to substantiate effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain a system and control environment that meets audit standards and requirements.
• Maintain books and records and develop operational policies and procedures in compliance with regulatory law, regulation, guidance, and expectations.
• Communicate with regulators and address regulatory inquiries and examination activities.
• Oversee payroll, accounts payable, and all Bank payments.
• Prepare and review all regulatory financial reports including quarterly FDIC Call Reports.
• Sign off on the quarterly ACL analysis and balance reported on the Call Report.
• Serve as the Bank's Investment Officer; develop and oversee the Bank's investment policy for excess deposits and capital.
• Oversee and develop policies related to the Bank's asset-liability management (ALM) function, including liquidity and funds management, interest rate risk, capital risk, and deposit gathering.
• Present financial results, forecasts, and analysis at management and Board committee meetings.

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO, volunteer hours and sabbatical
• Life, STD/LTD, medical, dental and vision insurance
• Highly discounted LifeTime gym membership
• 401k with match
• Collaborative fun co-workers
• The opportunity to join the fastest growing FinTech alongside a team of motivated and driven individuals

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Associate degree