Arkansas Bankers Association

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Career Center

This Career Center is a service of the Arkansas Bankers Association and is free to all ABA members!

Our members need great, qualified people. What better way to find them than to advertise the positions on the ABA website?

E-mail your job postings to the Communications Department, or fax to 501.376-9243.

CURRENT OPENINGS

COMPLIANCE OFFICER: First Financial Bank of El Dorado , Arkansas is looking for a Compliance Officer. College degree in finance, accounting, or business administration plus two to four years experience in compliance preferred. Knowledge of Appraisal and Deposit compliance a plus. Supervisory experience also required. Position is responsible for the development, administration and monitoring of financial institution’s compliance with laws, regulations and rules governing operation and product offerings. Compensation and benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, 401(k), profit sharing and ESOP. Qualified applicants should send resume to Debbie Davis, VP Human Resources, P. O. Box 1754 , El Dorado , AR 71730 or email to ddavis@ffb1.com. Member FDIC. AA/EEO.

CONTROLLER

Diamond Bank, with 12 locations located in Southwest Arkansas is seeking a Controller.

This position establishes, coordinates and maintains an accounting system that properly reflects the financial position of the bank and provides financial consolidation of branches or subsidiaries when applicable. Prepares financial reports for the bank’s Asset/Liability Committee and reports relevant information to the CFO for presentation to the Board of Directors. Makes recommendations relating to budget preparation, profit forecasts and operational changes as needed. Prepares Call reports and board reports. Oversees the accuracy of the bank’s general ledger. May coordinate audit and compliance efforts with the bank’s compliance.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, financial management or business administration, MBA or CPA preferred. A minimum of 10 years experience in bank accounting and/or auditing. Working knowledge of bank accounting, operations and policies related to asset/liability management, investment portfolio management, procurement and internal controls. High-level analytical and communication skills including ability to summarize and communicate technical information to the CFO and bank regulators.

Ability to read, analyze and interpret accounting pronouncements and standards, government regulations, and legal documents. Must be able to respond to common inquiries from regulatory agencies, courts and outside consultants. Ability to manage multiple tasks at one time. Strong organizational and computer skills.

Interested candidates should apply at https://diamondbanking.applicantharbor.com/ AA/EOE Employer

Posted 1-10-2008

Chief Lending Officer
Diamond Bank, with 12 locations located in Southwest Arkansas , is seeking a Chief Lending Officer.

This position develops and manages the lending functions of the Bank that comply with Bank policy, regulatory requirements and prudent lending practices. Ensures optimum long-term loan portfolio profitability. Provides support to the CEO in areas of leadership, direction, development and implementation of Bank policies and procedures.

Provides guidance to all loan officers at all locations. Assists other loan officers in developing new business, performing credit reviews, monitoring their credits, evaluating spreads and loan pricing practices.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance or related field. Minimum 10 years of experience in lending; with at least 5 years devoted to commercial and mortgage lending. Some travel to all locations required. AA/EOE Employer

Interested candidates should forward a resume’ to jhull@diamondbanking.com or mail to: 1135 Airport Rd. Hot Springs AR 71913 .

LOAN REVIEW MANAGER
Simmons First National Corporation is looking for a Loan Review Manager. College degree in finance, accounting, or business administration or its equivalent in education and/or experience, plus some graduate level work. Additional special courses preferred relative to loan portfolio management and credit analysis. Minimum five years in loan review, commercial lending, or related area required. Supervisory experience also required. Travel required approximately 25% of the time, including some overnight, to all Simmons First affiliates and regions.

Salary: DOQ

Excellent benefit package includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and ESOP, plus much more. Applications may be completed Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Pine Bluff , or at another Simmons First affiliate close to you. Resumes will not be accepted for consideration.

Check our website www.simmonsfirst.com for all employment opportunities throughout the state.

Go to About Us, then to Career Opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Member FDIC

CORPORATE SALES/QCS COACH: High energy, strong relationship building skills, self motivated, strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, results oriented, ability to motivate others to action.

Responsible for coaching relationship/consultative selling based on customer needs. Train on financial products and services. Oversee, coach and develop high performing sales teams that provide world class customer service and generate sales of financial products and services. Assist with the development of sales initiatives, incentive programs, business development programs and sales strategies. Opportunity to work directly with all levels of management to include executive management.

Position-related college degree or its equivalent in education and/or experience, and minimum two years sales experience required, preferably in financial services. Sales training a plus. Travel required 65-70% of the time, including some overnight, to all Simmons First affiliates and regions.

Competitive fixed salary. Excellent benefit package includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and ESOP, plus much more. Applications may be completed at a Simmons First location near you. Resumes will not be accepted for consideration.

Check our website www.simmonsfirst.com for all employment opportunities throughout the state. Go to About Us, then to Career Opportunities. EOE Member FDIC

SENIOR LEVEL INTERNAL AUDITOR
Farmers Bank & Trust Co., a 100-year-old, growth-oriented community bank located in Magnolia, AR, seeks a Senior Level Internal Auditor to oversee its internal audit function.

The Senior Auditor reports directly to the Audit Committee and Board of Directors. This position is responsible for organizing, planning, and conducting independent audits of bank and holding company activities to determine the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and to determine compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. This position is also responsible for working directly with external auditors and bank examiners to coordinate annual audits and exams.

Bachelor’s degree and some audit experience required. BBA in Accounting, MBA, CPA or CIA, and 5+ years experience in banking and/or audit preferred.

FB&T offers competitive compensation and benefits. Qualified applicants should send resume and application letter to April Morrison, CFO, at P.O. Box 250 , Magnolia , AR 71754 or email to April.Morrison@fbtarkansas.com. FDIC insured/AA/EEO

COMMERCIAL LOAN OFFICER
Southern Financial Partners, a Southern Bancorp company, is seeking a Commercial Loan Officer. Duties of this position include promoting Southern’s development efforts, primarily through commercial lending activities; gathering information about businesses requesting loans and writing loan proposals following accepted guidelines; making oral presentations to loan committee and answering questions about the company and the loan request; communicating with customers and loan administration about the details of loans as approved; understanding the requirements for deployment of loan capital sources (e.g., granted or federal funds) ensuring full compliance.The position is located in Little Rock, AR. For more information and to apply online, go to: www.southernbancorp.com/careers/category/southern-financial-partners/. AA/EEO

SENIOR FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING OFFICER
The person in this position will be responsible for developing, interpreting and implementing complex financial and account concepts or techniques for financial planning and control for Summit Bank. This person is also responsible for the daily management of the cash management department, which includes one direct report and two in-direct reports. For more information, interested candidates can go to www.summitbankdirect.com.

SENIOR LEVEL MARKETING DIRECTOR
Senior level Marketing Director for large centrally-located Arkansas bank. Ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience and/or specific brand management experience. Bachelor’s degree required. Duties include developing marketing plans, managing budgets and working closely with ad agency. Send resumes and salary history to: 2928 McKee Circle, Suite 123 , Fayetteville , AR 72703

MORTGAGE LOAN PROCESSOR - BENTON BRANCH
Opportunity for individual with minimum two years’ experience processing conventional, VA and FHA mortgage loans. Desktop Originator experience a plus. Will set up and process documentation for new loans, maintain loan files, and assist loan offices with customer related issues. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a supportive team environment.

FAX, e-mail, or mail your resume to Attention HR, fax 501-337-0355; e-mail gdudey@mnbbank.com; mail to P. O. Box 370, Malvern, AR 72104; or pick up an application at our branch located at 1111 Military Road, Benton.

(Equal Opportunity Employer)

TELLER/ACCOUNT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Little Rock Community Bank is looking for a new team member to fill the position of fulltime Teller/ Account Service Representative. This position is responsible for processing customer deposits, withdrawals, loan payments, selling cashiers checks, money orders, traveler’s cheques and gift cards. This position will open new accounts, provide a variety of other customer service related services and also help customers in person and by phone.

Qualifications include high school diploma or equivalent, a minimum of 6 months bank experience and excellent customer service skills and communication skills.

Interested candidates should submit their resumes to: Human Resources, PO Box 8210 , Little Rock , AR. 72221 or email to questions@thecapitalbank.net.

MORTGAGE LOAN OFFICER
Mortgage Results of Bentonville is seeking experience Loan Officer for our residential lending group. The applicant will be originating and underwriting residential mortgage loans. We have use a range of lenders from great credit to bad. We have great office space location, paid advertising, and referral leads. We offer the top compensation in the industry. Reply to jon@mortgageresultsar.com or (479)903-0069

BRANCH COORDINATOR
First National Bank of Berryville is seeking a Branch Coordinator. This position is meant to be the first line of contact for Branch Managers and Lead Tellers. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Supervising employees and establishing goals, scheduling of the Operations department, new product design and implementation, and assisting in the preparation of employee evaluations. Requirements include at least five years in operations banking with experience as a Branch Manager desirable. Salary based on qualifications.

Excellent benefit package includes health, dental, life insurance, ESOP, plus much more. Please send resume to: Human Resources, PO Box 367, Berryville, AR 72616. Equal Opportunity Employer

TRUST ADMINISTRATOR
The Bank of Fayetteville is currently seeking an experienced Trust Administrator. The ideal candidate will have College degree or equivalent work experience/training in Trust or accounting; Knowledge in the area of trust activities, trust department and bank policies and procedures is required. Under the guidance of the Trust Officer/Manager, the incumbent is responsible for over $1MM in securities, providing services to customers including opening accounts, transfers, preparing transactions and various reports, as well as maintaining files. This position serves as the administrator for Personal Trusts, Charitable Trusts, Estates, Guardianships, Investment Agencies/Custodian, and Corporate Trusts, Self-Directed IRAs and Retirement Plans, as needed.

Qualified candidates should visit the Bank of Fayetteville website at www.bof.com or send an electronic resume to mpittman@bof.com EOE.

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