Wells Fargo Addison , TX 75001
Posted 1 week ago
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Financial Accountant.
In this role, you will:
Act as a lead Consultant for financial accounting related matters for lines of business and other control functions
Apply a broad and deep functional expertise on accounting in order to influence and provide direction to Management on highly sensitive situations or negotiations
Provide technical expertise regarding accounting issues, regulatory information and research
Provide technical assistance on major transactions and product development
Provide data for preparing and reviewing financial and regulatory reports
Communicate practices and procedures for proper financial control functions in accordance with the company's internal controls policies
Articulate the impact of policy changes to management within business group or organization
Apply extensive specialized knowledge and act as an internal consultant or final authority in area of expertise
Provide technical interpretation on matters and a key change agent in building and adopting best practices within the functional area
Lead implementation of the most complex projects or initiatives impacting multiple lines of business or across the enterprise
Identify compliance and risk management requirements for supported area and works with other stakeholders to implement key risk initiatives
Provide strategic consultation to leadership
Interface with external agencies, regulatory bodies or industry forums
Provide work guidance or mentorship to other peers
Required Qualifications:
Desired Qualifications:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
4+ years of public accounting experience
Financial services industry experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Success building relationships with key stakeholders
Leadership skills including the ability to influence effectively in a matrixed environment
Job Expectations:
This position offers a hybrid work schedule.
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting End Date:
30 May 2024
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Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.
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