Controller Accounting Ops

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Overview

Old National Bank has been serving clients and communities since 1834. With over $70 billion in total assets, we are a regional powerhouse deeply rooted in the communities we serve. As a trusted partner, we thrive on helping our clients achieve their goals and dreams, and we are committed to social responsibility and investing in our communities through volunteering and charitable giving. 

We continually seek highly motivated and talented individuals as our people are critical to our success. In return, we offer competitive compensation with our salary and incentive program, in addition to medical, dental, and vision insurance.  401K, continuing education opportunities and an employee assistance program are also included in our benefit suite. Old National also offers a variety of Impact Network Groups led by team members who are passionate about driving engagement, creating awareness of diverse backgrounds and experiences, and building inclusion across the organization.  We offer a unique opportunity to join a growing, community and client-focused company that is firmly rooted in its core values.

Responsibilities

The Controller of Accounting Operations leads the corporate accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and strong internal controls. This role partners with executive and senior leadership to provide strategic financial insights and drive process improvements across the organization.

Salary Range

           The salary range for this position is $106,100 - $214,600 per year.  The base salary indicated for this position reflects the compensation range applicable to all levels of the role across the United States. Actual salary offers within this range may vary based on a number of factors, including the specific responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s relevant skills and professional experience, educational qualifications, and geographic location.

Key Accountabilities

Provide oversight and subject matter expertise across Controllership, External Reporting, Finance and business units.

Direct accounting operations and policy for business units and corporate accounting.

Maintain an appropriate control structure that supports the Company’s size, regulatory requirements and SOX.

Research and interpret accounting guidance for new and existing transactions; ensure compliance with GAAP.

Maintain strong relationships with external auditors and regulators.

Drive ERP implementation and process transformation for scalability and efficiency.

Recommend process improvements and assist with remediation plans.

Collaborate on projects with cross functional teams.

Lead and develop a high-performing, collaborative team.

Key Competencies for Position

Regulatory, Financial reporting, and GAAP expertise

Audit and regulatory relationship management

Process improvement and operational excellence

ERP and finance systems enablement

Policy and operational accounting leadership

Team leadership and talent development

Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder communication

Strategic financial insight 

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required

15+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in banking or financial services

Public accounting experience preferred

Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and regulatory requirements

Proven leadership and change management skills

Experience with ERP systems and process transformation

Old National is proud to be an equal opportunity employer focused on fostering an inclusive workplace and committed to hiring a workforce comprised of diverse backgrounds, cultures and thinking styles.  

As such, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. 

We do not accept resumes from external staffing agencies or independent recruiters for any of our openings unless we have an agreement signed by the Director of Talent Acquisition, SVP, to fill a specific position.

Our culture is firmly rooted in our core values.

We are optimistic. We are collaborative. We are inclusive. We are agile. We are ethical.

We are Old National Bank.  Join our team!