Financial Accountant

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a... 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 Required Qualifications for Europe, Middle East & Africa only: Experience in Finance, Accounting, Analytics, Financial Reporting, Accounting Reporting, Risk Reporting, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education Desired Qualifications: CA/CMA/CS/CPA/MBA/M.Com Job Expectations: A solid understanding of the accounting, reporting, and internal control issues facing large, diversified US financial services institutions Perform complex activities associated with maintaining ledger accounts, developing financial statements and regulatory and SEC reports Prepare and review account reconciliations and certifications Maintain knowledge of WF accounting and regulatory reporting policies. Knowledge and understanding of conversions, system analysis, data mapping, conversion reconcilement, validation and implementations Ability to grasp complex business issues quickly, recommend solutions, and drive for resolutions Knowledge of US GAAP Lease accounting Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills Experience executing a COSO-based Sarbanes-Oxley internal control assessment Ability to troubleshoot, identify and understand downstream impacts 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 Work on voluminous Suspense reconciliations and manage clearing of reconciliation breaks. 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 Work on Regulatory reporting Communicate and provide consultation regularly with more experienced stakeholders throughout the enterprise Ability to work under pressure and adapt to new situations. Posting End Date: 10 Jun 2026 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, ****** 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 ******* Policy Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and ******* 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.