Bank Regulatory Reporting Manager

About the Company

Sezzle was founded in 2016 and is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It is a publicly listed fintech business operating in the United States and Canada. The company’s mission is to help the next generation gain greater financial flexibility by offering a smarter shopping experience supported by interest-free installment payments. Sezzle employs around 400 employees and contractors, reports annual gross revenue above $450 million, and net income of more than $133 million according to its 2025 Annual Report.

Role Overview

Sezzle is looking for a Bank Regulatory Reporting Manager to take full ownership of bank-focused regulatory reporting as its banking operations expand. This position sits in a fast-moving environment and offers the chance to build a reporting function from the ground up while growing into broader responsibility over time. The role serves as the main expert for bank regulatory filings and works closely with Finance, Legal, Compliance, and senior leaders to keep submissions accurate, on time, and compliant.

What You Will Do

• Manage the full preparation and submission process for bank regulatory reports, including FFIEC Call Reports (031/041/051) and other filings required by the OCC, FDIC, and related regulators.
• Create and maintain the reporting structure, including calendars, source-data processes, reconciliation steps, and controls that support accuracy and completeness.
• Apply FFIEC, OCC, FDIC, and Federal Reserve guidance to Sezzle’s business model, with correct treatment of BNPL-related assets, liabilities, income, and capital.
• Track regulatory changes and update reporting practices for new schedules, threshold changes, and interpretive guidance.
• Work with Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, Legal, Compliance, and Engineering to gather data, resolve issues, and align regulatory filings with GAAP statements.
• Support examinations and audits by preparing documentation, answering examiner questions tied to Call Report data, and addressing findings.
• Coordinate with external auditors and consultants on regulatory reporting topics, including agreed-upon procedures and attestation work.
• Document policies, procedures, and methodologies to strengthen SOX compliance and preserve institutional knowledge.
• Use technology, automation, AI, and modern tools to improve the speed, quality, and scalability of reporting workflows.
• Advise leadership on the reporting impact of new products, strategic initiatives, and changes in banking operations.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of bank regulatory reporting experience, including direct preparation and filing of FFIEC Call Reports.
• Strong command of FFIEC instructions, schedules, and regulatory capital calculations.
• Experience with OCC-supervised national banks or de novo bank reporting is a major advantage.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and the ability to connect GAAP reporting with regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to build or substantially improve reporting processes, controls, and reporting infrastructure.
• Hands-on experience with regulatory reporting platforms plus advanced Excel capability; familiarity with visualization or automation tools is beneficial.
• High accuracy and strong attention to detail, with a record of producing audit- and exam-ready filings.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to explain complex reporting rules to cross-functional teams.
• CPA, CFA, or a similar professional qualification is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is required.
• Experience using Claude or an equivalent large language model tool is required, and candidates should be comfortable using AI for productivity, research, and communication.

Preferred Experience

• Background in a national bank, de novo banking institution, or OCC-regulated organization.
• Exposure to reporting during a bank charter application or early-stage bank launch.
• Understanding of consumer lending and BNPL-related Call Report treatment.
• Experience with SOX 404 controls tied to regulatory reporting.
• Prior work in fintech, payments, or a high-growth technology business.
• Experience implementing or managing reporting systems such as Axiom, Wolters Kluwer, or comparable tools.

Candidate Profile

• Maintains exceptionally high standards and consistently raises the quality bar.
• Thinks beyond convention and is comfortable building new approaches.
• Moves quickly, values practical action, and is willing to take calculated risks.
• Builds trust through respectful, direct, and attentive communication.
• Can challenge decisions thoughtfully and then fully commit once a direction is chosen.
• Focuses on delivering strong results on time, even when facing setbacks.

Benefits and Compensation

• Unlimited paid time off, volunteer hours, and sabbatical opportunities.
• Life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Discounted LifeTime gym membership.
• 401(k) plan with a 6% company match.
• Collaborative and enjoyable team environment.
• Opportunity to join a fast-growing fintech company with motivated colleagues.
• Annual base salary range: $120,000 to $145,000, with actual pay depending on education, experience, qualifications, and market alignment.
• Exceptional candidates may be considered above the posted range.

Additional Information

Sezzle is committed to protecting applicant privacy and provides CCPA-related notice to California residents regarding personal information collection and related rights. The company is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or other legally protected characteristics.