About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Financial Accountant.
In this role, you will:-
Provide consultation to more experienced leadership for financial accounting related matters
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Perform complex activities associated with maintaining ledger accounts, developing financial statements and regulatory reports
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Gather and review financial data for financial and regulatory reports
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Review data from the general ledger, unit reports and various financial systems to ensure accuracy
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Prepare and review account reconciliations and certifications
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Analyze projects relating to financial accounting procedures, methods or systems
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Perform ongoing financial control functions in accordance with internal controls policies
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Provide functional advice and training to individuals
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Provide support for compliance and risk management requirements
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Collaborate and consult with stakeholders throughout the enterprise
Required Qualifications:-
2+ 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:-
5+ years of experience in a data-focused role within the financial services industry (e.g., banking, asset management, insurance).
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Ability to understand inherent risks within data
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Strong understanding of financial products, their underlying risks, and how to design a strong robust control environment around those risks
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Proven experience leading a small team and proven experience of owning processes front to back
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Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels.
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Demonstrable experience in data reconciliation, validation, and quality assurance.
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Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
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Qualified CA/CFA/ICWA/MBA
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Understanding of change management discipline and ability to collaborate effectively
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Intuitive; fast learner with good problem-solving skills.
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Extensive hands-on experience with AxiomSL (or comparable enterprise-level financial reporting and data management system)
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Experience with data science concepts, methodologies, or tools (e.g., Python, R, machine learning for anomaly detection, data visualization) applied to financial data.
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Familiarity with data governance frameworks and best practices.
Job Expectations:-
Act as the primary point of contact for all data inflow into International Controllers by ensuring data is received accurately, completely, and on schedule for reporting deadlines.
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Develop, implement, and maintain robust data reconciliation and validation processes to guarantee data integrity.
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Proactively identify and resolve data discrepancies, working closely with upstream data providers and source system owners.
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Monitor data quality metrics and report on data completeness and accuracy to senior management.
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to data acquisition, processing, and quality within Controllers.
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Ensure operational documentation is maintained, and is best in class
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Collaborate effectively with various internal departments, including Technology, Operations, and other finance functions, to ensure seamless data flow and resolve issues.
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Provide relevant control metrics as required to facilitate oversight and governance
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Communicate clearly and concisely with stakeholders regarding data status, issues, and resolutions.
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The above 'individual contributor' tasks, this role will directly support the Financial and Regulatory Reporting Teams
Posting End Date:
13 Aug 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.
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:
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b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.
