Controller

ABOUT US

Here at MVB, our company culture defines the environment in which Team Members thrive. Our culture impacts a wide range of elements, including our purpose, values, expectations and goals that support growth and engagement – it is the secret sauce of our organization!

Our values live at the core of all that we do – Trust, Commitment, Teamwork, Adaptive, Respect, Love and Caring are our foundation for success.

MVB Financial Corp. (“MVB Financial” or “MVB”), the innovative financial holding company of MVB Bank, Inc., is publicly traded on The Nasdaq Capital Market® under the ticker “MVBF.” Through its subsidiary, MVB Bank, Inc., (“MVB Bank”) and the bank’s subsidiaries, MVB provides services to individuals and corporate clients in the Mid-Atlantic region, as well as to Fintech, Payment and Gaming clients throughout the United States. For more information about MVB, please visit www.mvbbanking.com.

This role can be based remotely.

Candidates must reside in one of the following states: West Virginia, Virginia, Texas, Florida, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Washington D.C., New York, New Jersey, Arizona, North Carolina, Georgia, or South Dakota. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Controller position is a mission-critical leadership role responsible for ensuring the integrity of the institution’s financial operations, regulatory compliance, internal controls, and contributing to both internal and external financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings deep experience from both traditional bank environments and innovative fintech or digital-first platforms, as well as experience accounting for equity-based compensation, stock repurchase programs, M&A and income taxes. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of regulatory expectations, U.S. GAAP, emerging technology, and a proven track record in managing accounting operations for a high-performance organization.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Direct all aspects of accounting operations, including general ledger integrity, revenue recognition, expense accruals, intercompany eliminations, and consolidation processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial statement close monthly in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Partner with the Senior Director of Financial Reporting to assist in internal and external reporting including:
  • Call Reports (FFIEC 041/031)
  • FR Y-9C and FR Y-9LP
  • FR2900, FR2644, and other Federal Reserve/OCC/FDIC reporting
  • Annual audited financials and board-level reports
• Coordinate with external auditors on quarterly reviews and annual financial statement audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
• Coordinate with internal auditors on periodic audit-testing procedures.
• Evaluate the impact of new accounting pronouncements on the Company and implement new procedures, as needed.
• Analyze general ledger activity and variance when compared to prior periods and budget and discuss results with Chief Accounting Officer.

Regulatory & Compliance Governance

• Serve as a key liaison to federal and state regulatory agencies and support examination readiness and response.
• Proactively monitor changes in regulatory guidance (e.g., from the FDIC, Federal Reserve, SEC) and ensure implementation and compliance.
• Partner with Compliance and Risk Management to ensure internal controls over financial reporting meet/exceed expectations under COSO and similar frameworks.
• Participate in CECL governance, documentation, model validation coordination, and reserve sufficiency analyses.

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Advise the Chief Accounting Officer, CFO and executive leadership on the financial implications of key strategic decisions, including fintech investments, partnerships, and digital platform growth.
• Develop or participate in the development of forward-looking insights, including financial forecasts, capital planning support, and cost optimization opportunities.
• Evaluate fintech initiatives for accounting treatment and risk exposure, including considerations related to embedded finance, APIs, and non-traditional revenue models (e.g., subscription, interchange, platform-as-a-service).
• Provide thought leadership around product-level P&L analysis and contribution margins within the fintech division.

Treasury, Capital & Asset-Liability Collaboration

• Partner with the Treasurer and Director of Financial Planning and Analysis on balance sheet strategy, liquidity monitoring, and capital adequacy.
• Contribute to ALCO and Capital Planning processes with relevant accounting perspectives, including investment valuation, fair value reporting, and hedge accounting.
• Provide technical accounting expertise on structured transactions, derivatives, loan sales, securitizations, and leasing.

Internal Controls, Systems & Process Improvement

• Participate in the design and maintenance of a scalable internal control structure that meets rigorous regulatory expectations and supports growth.
• Lead or participate in process reengineering and automation initiatives, particularly in integration of fintech systems, GL platforms, and data reporting tools.
• Evaluate and implement financial systems improvements (e.g., GL upgrades, ERP integrations, data warehouse/reporting tools).
• Champion a culture of risk awareness, continuous improvement, and documentation discipline.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Manage and mentor a high-performing accounting team.
• Ensure strong succession planning, knowledge transfer, and skill development across the accounting and finance department.
• Collaborate across departments to instill financial acumen and accountability throughout the organization.

EDUCATION & WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required. MBA or Master’s Degree in accounting or finance preferred.
• CPA designation required.
• 10–15 years of progressive accounting/finance experience required.
• Minimum 8+ years in a Controller or Assistant Controller role within a regulated financial institution.
• Experience with a bank that is subject to heightened regulatory oversight a plus.
• Direct experience overseeing regulatory reporting, audit processes, and GAAP-compliant financials.
• Fintech experience desirable, including knowledge of digital banking, BaaS, or API-based financial services platforms.
• Demonstrated leadership during regulatory examinations, M&A due diligence, or audit readiness cycles.
• Deep understanding of GAAP, banking-specific accounting issues, CECL, fair value accounting, and internal control frameworks.
• Familiarity with Prologue GL, Banktel Accounts Payable (AvidAscend), Certent (equity-based compensation), Jack Henry, Q2 or similar core and fintech systems.
• ERP and consolidation systems (e.g., Oracle, Workday, Sage Intacct, BlackLine, Workiva) experience a plus.
• Advanced Excel, financial modeling, and data visualization/reporting skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Exceptional judgment and problem-solving ability in high-stakes, complex environments.
• Strategic thinker with operational discipline and attention to detail.
• Resilient, collaborative leader who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced cultures.
• Values integrity, transparency, and accountability.

BENEFITS AT MVB

MVB Financial Corp., (“MVB”) offers an excellent selection of benefits for regular, part-time and full-time Team Members, including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Plan
• Group Life Insurance
• 401K Salary Deferral Plan
• Wellness Program
• Education & Tuition Expense Reimbursement
• PTO and Unique Vacation Purchase Program
• Nationwide Pet Insurance Coverage

#LI-Remote

We encourage you to submit an application even if you haven’t performed every job duty listed above, as your skills may be transferrable. MVB is looking for ambitious individuals with related knowledge, understanding and abilities who are willing to learn and grow. What we care about most is allowing you to develop and, in return, you help us become a stronger, more diverse and well-rounded organization.