Western Alliance Bancorporation

Financial Control Program Manager

Western Alliance Bancorporation$90K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Internal Controls, Public Accounting, or Internal Audit.
  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's or MBA preferred.
  • Previous leadership experience preferred.
  • Advanced knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and compliance regulations like Sarbanes-Oxley.
  • Strong understanding of general banking operations and products.
  • Excellent communication skills for effective stakeholder interaction.
  • Detail-oriented with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

  • Lead planning and execution of regulatory reporting quality assurance testing.
  • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and testing for data integrity.
  • Supervise and mentor senior staff, reviewing compliance with standards.
  • Identify and resolve discrepancies affecting regulatory reporting.
  • Prepare and present detailed reports on testing results to management.
  • Engage with cross-functional teams to improve reporting processes.
  • Participate in special projects related to regulatory reporting.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and ownership stake in the company.
  • Comprehensive medical and dental insurance.
  • Generous time off and 401k matching program.
  • Tuition assistance program.
  • Employee volunteer program and wellness initiatives.
  • Hands-on experience to enhance business knowledge and career growth.
Full Job Description
Job Title:
Financial Control Program Manager

Location:
CityScape

What you'll do:
The Regulatory Reporting Oversight (RRO) - Financial Control Program Manager is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of regulatory reporting quality assurance testing in alignment with the company's compliance framework. This role ensures the integrity and accuracy of regulatory reporting through comprehensive risk assessments, conformance reviews, transaction testing, and control evaluations. The RRO Program Manager will oversee, and review work performed by senior and staff-level team members, including the preparation and reporting of test results, project deliverables, and special assignments. Acting as a key liaison, this position interacts frequently with stakeholders across the organization to strengthen the control environment and support regulatory compliance objectives.
  • Manage Testing Cycles: Plan, execute, and deliver RRO test work in accordance with established compliance frameworks and timelines.
  • Risk Assessment & Testing: Conduct risk assessments and perform conformance, transaction, and control testing to evaluate data quality and reporting integrity.
  • Team Oversight: Supervise senior and staff-level employees, providing guidance, reviewing work, and ensuring adherence to RRO standards.
  • Issue Identification & Resolution: Analyze discrepancies, assess impact on regulatory reporting, and collaborate with stakeholders to implement corrective actions.
  • Reporting & Documentation: Assist the Associate Director in preparing and presenting detailed reports on RRO results, findings, and recommendations to management and governance committees.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with Accounting, Risk, Treasury, Operations, and Data Management teams to address data quality issues and enhance reporting processes.
  • Special Projects: Lead or participate in projects and initiatives related to regulatory reporting and quality assurance.


What you'll need:
  • 5+ years of related experience in Internal Controls, Public Accounting, Internal Audit, or similar field.
  • Bachelor's degree in related field required; Masters or MBA in related field preferred.
  • Previous leadership experience preferred
  • Advanced knowledge of internal control analysis, risk assessment methodologies, Sarbanes-Oxley Section 302/402 and/or FRB reporting requirements, COSO framework, Institute of Internal Auditor (IIA) standards, and/or generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Advanced level knowledge of general banking operations, including deposit operations, loan administration, treasury management and/or other commercial banking products and services.
  • Advanced level knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations, rules and regulations, industry standards and practices.
  • Advanced speaking and writing communication skills and ability to effectively interact with all levels within the Company.
  • Advanced exceptional time management; detail oriented and proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Previous leadership experience preferred.
  • Certified Public Accountant preferred.
  • Occasional travel required.


Benefits you'll love:
We offer all the important things you'd want - like competitive salaries, an ownership stake in the company, medical and dental insurance, time off, a great 401k matching program, tuition assistance program, an employee volunteer program, and a wellness program. In addition, you'll have the opportunity to bolster your business knowledge, learning the ins and outs of how successful companies operate and manage their finances, giving you invaluable hands-on experience to help grow your career!

About Western Alliance Bancorporation

Western Alliance Bancorporation is a bank holding company that provides a range of banking and related services to businesses and individuals. The company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. Western Alliance Bancorporation operates through its subsidiary banks, which include Western Alliance Bank, Bank of Nevada, and Bridge Bank. The company offers a variety of products and services, including commercial and industrial loans, real estate loans, treasury management, and wealth management. Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to providing exceptional customer service and has received numerous awards and recognitions for its performance and growth.
Learn more about Western Alliance Bancorporation
Size
3,139 employees
Market Cap
$6.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$506.6 million
5 Year Trend
+18.8%
NASDAQ

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