Ameris Bank Promotes Merri Ellen Wadsworth to Controller

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Slice of Finance Team
12 Mar

Key Highlights:

  • Merri Ellen Wadsworth promoted to controller at Ameris Bank.

  • Reports to Chief Financial Officer Nicole Stokes.

  • Responsible for managing accounting and finance functions, including core bank accounting, accounts payable, and financial system controls.

  • Previously EVP and Managing Director of Enterprise Operations at Ameris.

  • Held leadership roles at SunTrust (now Truist) and Crowe Horwath, LLP.

Source: Business Wire

Notable Quote:

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"Merri Ellen Wadsworth is a proven leader in Finance. She redesigned the Accounting and Finance organizational structure and built a team of accountants to support our business lines and functions."

Nicole Stokes, Chief Financial Officer at Ameris Bank

Why This Matters:

Ameris Bank’s promotion of Merri Ellen Wadsworth highlights its commitment to strong financial leadership and strategic growth. With her extensive experience in accounting, finance, and financial reporting, Wadsworth is poised to enhance financial processes and controls at Ameris, supporting the bank’s expanding operations across the Southeast. Her leadership will play a critical role in maintaining financial integrity as Ameris continues to serve its growing customer base.