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SVP, Controller

Cross River
Location
Fort Lee, New Jersey, United States
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Accounting
Salary
$280,000.00 - $350,000.00
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • CPA required
  • 15+ years of progressive experience in accounting/controllership roles
  • At least 7 years in a senior leadership capacity managing multiple functions
  • Deep expertise in U.S. GAAP and regulatory accounting for banking institutions
  • Prior experience in a regulated banking environment
Nice to have
  • Experience supporting IPO readiness or public company reporting
  • Experience with crypto/digital asset accounting and stablecoin-related financial products
  • Familiarity with embedded finance and Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) business models
  • Knowledge of API-driven banking platforms and their impact on financial reporting and controls
  • CECL modeling exposure and familiarity with credit loss accounting frameworks
What the job really is

The Senior Vice President, Controller at Cross River will lead the financial governance and reporting functions, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and regulatory standards. This role involves overseeing financial operations related to lending, tax compliance, revenue management, and procurement, while managing a controllership team of over 30 professionals. The position requires strategic leadership to support the company's growth and operational efficiency in a fast-paced banking environment.

Things to weigh
  • No specific benefits listed in the posting
  • Role involves managing a large team, which may indicate high expectations and pressure
  • Experience in a regulated banking environment is strongly preferred, which may limit candidates without this background
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