Senior Accounting Policy Analyst

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Accounting Policy Analyst to join our Accounting Policy and SEC Reporting team within the Controller's organization.

In this role, you will:

• Lead or participate in matters related to accounting standards and governance within finance, accounting and line of business management

• Contribute to the preparation and reviewing of comment letters and other correspondence to accounting and regulatory standards

• Provide consultation on transaction advisory and review assistance

• Monitor and assess new rule making

• Manage or support implementation of new accounting standards, merger and acquisition advisory and integration support

• Provide support and collaborate with other functional areas

• Provide technical advice, research, training and awareness to business lines, cross-functional teams and other accounting individuals

• Lead implementation of complex projects impacting one or more lines of business

• Understand compliance and risk management requirements for supported area and may support implementation of key risk initiatives

• Collaborate and consult with peers, experienced stakeholders, internal and external audit teams, and banking regulators for accounting issues

• Potentially interface with external agencies, regulatory bodies and industry forums

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of Finance, accounting, analytics and reporting, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience with accounting policy work

• Big 4 public accounting experience

• Experience supporting financial services industry

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• SEC reporting experience - specifically reviewing 10Ks and 10Qs

• Certified Public Accountant

• Ability to think critically and solve complex problems with limited direction

Job Expectations:

• This position offers a hybrid work schedule

• Required to work in the listed locations

• VISA sponsorship not available for this role

Pay Range
 

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

$96,600.00 - $171,800.00

Posting End Date:

7 Apr 2025

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

We Value Diversity

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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 US: 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.

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.