FVP, Axos Bank Controller

Axos Bank•San Diego, CA

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About The Position

The FVP, Axos Bank Controller leads the month-end close for Axos Bank’s public entity and drives the administration and continuous improvement of its SOX program. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller/Chief Accounting Officer, this role helps shape the leadership structure needed to support the company’s growth. The ideal candidate has extensive experience managing large teams in a public company environment, preferably in financial services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
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, including experience partnering with senior management and cross-functional stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Active CPA license is strongly preferred.
Banking, financial services, or broker-dealer accounting experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, along with related external auditor reviews and audits.
Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial statements and reports, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, and other regulatory filings.
Identify and implement process improvements to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the close process, including technology and offshoring strategies.
Lead the bank’s SOX compliance program, ensure adherence to internal control requirements, and develop a scalable program to support institutional growth.
Coordinate with internal and external auditors on SOX testing and documentation.
Supervise and mentor accounting staff, supporting their professional development.
Foster a collaborative work environment.
Communicate with senior management, auditors, the Board, and regulatory bodies, and prepare deliverables to support those communications.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Paid sick leave, three weeks of vacation, and holidays (about 11 per year).
HSA or FSA account and other voluntary benefits.
401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with employer match.
529 Savings Plan.
Employee Mortgage Loan Program.
Free access to an Axos Bank account with self-directed trading.
Eligible for an annual discretionary cash bonus target of 12.5%.
Eligible for an annual discretionary restricted stock units bonus target of 12.5%.
Discretionary target bonuses may be awarded semi-annually based on achievement of performance goals and targets.