Job Description

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant

In this role, you will:

Act as lead Consultant for financial accounting related matters for lines of business and other control functions 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 Articulate the impact of policy changes to management within business group or enterprise Perform ongoing financial control functions in accordance with the company's internal controls policies Apply extensive specialized knowledge and act as internal consultant Lead implementation of complex projects and initiatives impacting one or more lines of business Identify compliance and risk management requirements for supported area and may support implementation of key risk initiatives Communicate and provide consultation regularly with more experienced stakeholders throughout the enterprise

Required Qualifications:

4+ 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

Desired Qualifications:

Experience preparing regulatory returns for a financial services organisation, ideally encompassing both US and International (UK/European capital & liquidity returns, as well as financial/statistical reporting) output. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently within a team structure. Innovative mindset, with a track record of process enhancement (enhancing efficiency, control, transparency). Understanding of change management discipline, and the ability to collaborate effectively data management teams and Technology partners Understanding of regulatory/best in class expectations in respect of controls and governance Strong communication skills, with the ability to present concisely and accurately to senior audiences Strong academic background, and a financial/accounting professional qualification. Honesty and integrity in all aspects of their work. Intuitive; fast learner with good problem solving skills. Good time management and organisational skills. Knowledge of 'NextGen' tools such as Tableau, Confluence, Alteryx, Workiva and similar considered an advantage

Job Expectations:

Wells Fargo provides middle market, large corporate and financial institution customers with a range of international solutions, including treasury management, credit, payments, financing, foreign exchange, and trade services. Wells Fargo operates from 42 countries and territories outside of the U.S., including branches in Ireland, Beijing, Cayman Islands, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), Hong Kong, London and Seoul. The EMEA Controller team is responsible for regulatory, financial, and management reporting requirements in the region. As well as forming a key part of the International Controllers organization, the team provides local support for varied financial services business lines as well as the International CFO. Working within the wider Controllers Team, this role supports the preparation and submission of complete, accurate, and timely regulatory reporting to various regulatory authorities. Responsibilities include oversight of production activities (data processing, report compilation), review of reporting output, and maintenance of a robust control environment. Performance of regulatory reporting production tasks, including: + Support technical analysis of reporting rules/instructions, working with key stakeholders including EMEA regulatory policy
+ Operate/monitor data sourcing and data ingestion processes
+ Run defined production processes involving data transformation, and as necessary adjustment, to create required outputs
+ Operate key production related controls, including investigation and resolution of issues where required
+ Perform analytical review of reporting output, including provision of commentary as necessary
Support development and maintenance of a robust and effective control environment: + Work with control stakeholders to ensure that operating controls are fully aligned to the standards and expectations of the EMEA Controller function
+ Provide relevant control metrics as required to facilitate oversight and governance
+ Handle issues and errors in line with International Controller and Enterprise wide policies and procedures
+ Ensure operational documentation is maintained, and is best in class
Participate in change management activities to support ongoing reporting accuracy and process efficiency: + Support continuous improvement of processes utilized within regulatory reporting, embracing wherever possible digital tools such as Alteryx, Tableau, and Workiva
+ Partner with the change management and technology functions to support major change delivery, including (but not limited to) provision of technical/business requirements, engagement with testing, creation of revised operating models and supporting documentation
Support development of junior staff, and as necessary perform day to day operational oversight tasks (work prioritization, status monitoring & reporting etc)

Posting End Date:

19 Jun 2025

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.



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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