Wells Fargo is seeking an accounting expert to join our Commercial Banking accounting leadership team as a Group Controller. This role will lead a global team of over 20 accounting professionals supporting the firm's Global Receivables & Distribution Finance businesses by providing financial advice & insight for new product development and financial reporting requirements. This role will be critical to developing controls around operational & reporting processes to support accurate internal & external reporting.
In this role, you will:
Manage a team supporting large, complex functional areas related to financial accounting
Work with management to establish companywide strategic plans and objectives, directing and controlling accounting, internal controls and reporting functions and activities
Act as the subject matter expert or final authority in specified accounting disciplines
Provide technical interpretation on various matters and is essential in building and adopting best practices within the functional area
Lead implementation of complex projects and initiatives impacting one or more lines of business
Interact with leadership to provide support and drive strategic initiatives for the business
Recommend compliance and risk management requirements for supported area and works with other stakeholders to implement key risk initiatives
Provide strategic consultation to leadership throughout the enterprise
Interact with external agencies, regulatory bodies or industry forums
Lead a team of managers, consultants, cross functional or virtual teams in accomplishing goals
Manage allocation of people and financial resources to ensure commitments are met and align with strategic objectives in Enterprise Finance
Develop and guide a culture of talent development to meet business objectives and strategy
Required Qualifications:
6+ years of Finance, Accounting, Analytics, Financial Reporting, Accounting Reporting or Risk Reporting experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Ability to consult with senior leaders and provide solutions
Job Expectations:
This position offers a hybrid work schedule in our Dallas market
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
Posting End Date: 5 Jan 2025 *Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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