Director of Bank Regulatory Reporting

Location:

For Those Who Work At Home, Tennessee

Role Summary:

The Director, Head of Regulatory Reporting leads the bank’s financial regulatory reporting function, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant regulatory filings for a large U.S. bank. This role owns end‑to‑end regulatory reporting, the related control environment, and the continued modernization of reporting processes as the bank operates as a Category IV institution and prepares for Category III readiness.

The Director serves as a key advisor to Finance leadership and regulators, combining deep regulatory expertise with a strong transformation mindset to improve data quality, efficiency, and scalability through automation and advanced analytics.

Key Responsibilities:

Regulatory Reporting & Compliance

• Own the preparation, review, and timely submission of all required bank regulatory reports (including Call Reports, FR Y‑9C, FR Y‑15, liquidity and capital-related filings).
• Ensure compliance with applicable Federal Reserve, OCC, and FDIC requirements for Category IV institutions, with readiness to scale to Category III standards.
• Monitor regulatory guidance and lead implementation of new or revised reporting requirements.

Controls, Governance & Data Integrity

• Maintain a strong internal control framework over regulatory reporting, including reconciliations, validations, change management, and documentation.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and data lineage across the end‑to‑end regulatory reporting process.
• Support regulatory exams and audits, serving as a primary point of contact and addressing inquiries and findings efficiently.

Technology, Automation & Transformation

• Lead the continued modernization of regulatory reporting processes, maximizing the use of Workday Financials and regulatory reporting platforms such as AxiomSL.
• Drive automation and reduce manual, spreadsheet‑based processes to improve efficiency, scalability, and control.
• Leverage data analytics and emerging technologies to enhance data quality, monitoring, and reporting insights.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Act as a strategic advisor to the CFO, Controller, and executive leadership on regulatory reporting matters and implications.
• Partner closely with Finance, Risk, Treasury, IT, and Compliance to ensure alignment between regulatory reporting, financial data, and regulatory expectations.
• Build, lead, and develop a high‑performing regulatory reporting team with a strong culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Experience

• A minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in bank regulatory or financial reporting within financial services.
• Significant hands‑on experience with U.S. bank regulatory filings (e.g., Call Reports, FR Y‑9C, FR2052a, FR Y-14Q/M).
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing professional teams.
• Experience with Category IV regulatory requirements; exposure to Category III standards is a strong plus.

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA strongly preferred; advanced degree (MBA or Master’s) is a plus.

Technical & Leadership Skills

• Experience with financial ERP systems and regulatory reporting platforms (e.g., Workday Financials, AxiomSL).
• Strong analytical skills and comfort working with large datasets; advanced Excel and familiarity with data or BI tools preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead process improvement and technology‑enabled transformation.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with executive leadership, regulators, and cross‑functional partners.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $165,000.00 - $345,000.00 annually. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and geographic location. Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for incentive compensation which may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives.

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Job Posting Expiration Date: 05/13/2026 KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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