Financial Accountant

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
• Perform complex activities associated with maintaining ledger accounts, developing financial statements and regulatory reports
• Gather and review financial data for financial and regulatory reports
• Review data from the general ledger, unit reports and various financial systems to ensure accuracy
• Prepare and review account reconciliations and certifications
• Analyze projects relating to financial accounting procedures, methods or systems
• Perform ongoing financial control functions in accordance with internal controls policies
• Provide functional advice and training to individuals
• Provide support for compliance and risk management requirements
• 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:

• Qualified CA/CFA/ICWA/MBA-Finance with 10-14 years of experience in Finance & Accounting Significant experience in accounting, analytics, financial reporting, accounting reporting or risk reporting
• Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) skills
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Knowledge of GL systems and accounting control policies
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skill
• Understanding of control and risk environments related to processes

Job Expectations:

• Experience with data analytic tools (such as Essbase, Access and/or SQL)
• Ability to manage effectively in a matrixed organization
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills
• Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Experience using mortgage systems to include one or more of the following: Black Knight-MSP/Fidelity, SHAW, Oracle Essbase, and Oracle General Ledger (GL)
• Direct mortgage experience with HFS/HFI portfolios preferred