Sr. Financial Controls Advisor at Fidelity & Guaranty Life Business Services in Des Moines, Iowa

Job Description:

Job Summary


The Sr. Financial Controls Advisor partners with leaders and stakeholders across the company to provide dedicated financial risk and controls expertise. This position will be a trusted advisor to business areas to ensure the health and efficiency of the internal control environment. The position will also be responsible for making valuable recommendations to improve processes and to strengthen the design and execution of controls. This position plays a key role in preparing the functional areas for the internal and external audit processes.

The Sr. Financial Controls Advisor will report to a Manager / Director, Financial Controls and will be embedded within assigned functional teams in order to build partnership and trust with those teams.


Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify risks in the financial reporting process and ensure appropriate risk-based controls are in place to mitigate those risks
• Provide consultation and advice to functional teams in the design and execution of controls
• Communicate with and educate process owners on the benefit and importance of internal controls
• Take a hands-on approach in the development of control documentation. This position will often prepare drafts of control language and attributes for management's review
• Develop a detailed understanding of business processes and prepare various documents to communicate understanding to team members and internal/external auditors
• Act as a point of contact with internal/external audit to resolve questions and issues with respect to internal controls.
• Develop strong working relationships with process owners and their teams
• Drive continued development and building of a risk management culture through coordination of employee awareness and training programs that emphasize the importance of risk management
• Partner with process and control owners in control gap remediation
• Make recommendations on the decommissioning of obsolete controls associated with the significant changes in process due to the Modernization initiative

Experience and Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required with preference in Accounting / Finance
• Minimum 2 years experience in related field or combination of experience with a professional designation (CPA, CFA, CIA, CISA, etc.) considered.
• Insurance industry experience preferred
• Professional designation in related field preferred (CPA, CFA, CIA, CISA, etc.)
• Experience designing, testing and implementing internal controls and reviewing business processes
• Advanced knowledge of Sarbanes/Oxley (SOX) and NAIC Model Audit Rule (MAR)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of current processes and overall workflow
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements, internal control enhancements, automation and efficiencies
• Ability to independently learn proficiency in financial systems with the tools and coaching provided
• Ability to brainstorm, research and provide possible solutions to ad hoc questions from the functional area's business partners
• Ability to perform analysis and challenge the outcome against expected results
• Strong written and verbal communication, organization and interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to handle multiple complex tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Other Requirements

• Perform other functions, duties and projects as assigned
• Regular and punctual attendance
• Ability to travel up to 10%, if not located in Des Moines

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Additional Information

Work Environments


F&G believes in an employee-centric flexible environment, which is why we offer the ability for in-office, hybrid and remote work arrangements. During the hiring process, you'll work with your leader to decide what works best for your role.

F&G complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for F&G. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact talentacquisition@fglife.com.

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About F&G


Since 1959, Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company (F&G) has offered annuity and life insurance products to those who are seeking security in retirement and protection during life's unexpected events.

As a national Top Workplace1, an Iowa Top Workplace2 and a proud equal opportunity employer, F&G team members are empowered, collaborative, dynamic and authentic. We believe that by embracing these values, we will continue to build and strengthen the company while continuing to be a great place to work.

1Top Workplaces USA 2022 - 2023


2Des Moines Register Top Workplaces 2018 - 2022



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