About this role:

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 and Distribution Finance businesses by providing financial advice and 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

3+ years of management or leadership experience

Desired Qualifications:

An active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation

4+ years Y-14 Schedule H Reporting experience

Financial Services - Commercial and Corporate Banking accounting experience

Accounting system of record leadership experience

Excellent verbal and written communication

Experience managing in a matrixed environment

Ability to consult with senior leaders and provide solutions

Job Expectations:

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

Posting End Date: 

*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.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.