Western Alliance Bancorporation

Financial Reporting Manager

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

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or similar field
  • FR Y-14 M/Q/A and Y-15 experience preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field required; Master's or MBA preferred
  • Previous leadership experience preferred
  • Certified Public Accountant preferred
  • Intermediate to advanced knowledge of general banking operations
  • Intermediate to advanced knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations
  • Experience with a Big 4 or top-tier audit firm is preferable
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the implementation of new regulatory reporting software
  • Assist with Large Financial Institution Readiness (LFI)
  • Oversee daily operations of the Regulatory Reporting Department
  • Prepare and review regulatory reports filed with Federal Banking Agencies
  • Stay updated on industry rules and regulatory changes
  • Assess regulatory impacts and communicate necessary changes
  • Support growth initiatives relevant to business lines and internal controls
  • Assist with external audits and regulatory examinations
  • Perform month-end close responsibilities
  • Provide ad hoc financial reports for executive management

Benefits

  • Competitive salaries and ownership stake in the company
  • Medical and dental insurance
  • Generous time-off policy and a 401k matching program
  • Tuition assistance and employee volunteer programs
  • Wellness program initiatives
  • Opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of financial operations and management
Full Job Description

Job Title:

Financial Reporting Manager

Location:

CityScape

What you'll do:

The Financial Reporting Manager (FRM) will report directly to a Senior Financial Reporting Manager and will be primarily responsible for overseeing the Company’s Regulatory Reporting function, performing both recurring and ad hoc duties, with accountability for timely and accurate delivery. The FRM is expected to have robust subject matter expertise and the ability to lead and manage functional areas without day-to-day tactical oversight. The FRM also plays a key role in ensuring compliance with SOX, policies and procedures, as well as applicable banking regulations.
  • Lead the implementation of new regulatory reporting software.
  • Assist with Large Financial Institution Readiness (LFI), including but not limited to Y-14 M/Q/A, Y-15, FFIEC 031, and Basel Endgame.
  • Lead in the day-to-day operations of the Regulatory Reporting Department, including preparing and reviewing the daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports filed with the Federal Banking Agencies, primarily the Federal Reserve.
  • Remain current on recent rules, interpretations, and industry practices (GAAP, Banking Federal Registrars and Financial Institution Letters, other regulatory, etc.).
  • Assess the impact of these changes on the Company and communicate with the relevant parties to ensure that any changes are correctly implemented.
  • Support growth initiatives, including but not limited to new business lines, product extensions and M&A within their area of influence, ensuring that business initiatives are supported with regard to both launch dates and the necessary consideration of changes to internal controls, policies, and procedures.
  • Actively develop relationships across functional areas to ensure cross departmental collaboration.
  • Assist with external financial audits, regulatory examinations, and similar activities.
  • Perform certain month-end close responsibilities.
  • Provide ad hoc reports customized to the needs of the Chief Accounting Officer or other members of executive management.

What you'll need:

  • 4+ years of related experience in Accounting, Finance (GL Management, Public Reporting, Analysis) or similar field
  • FR Y-14 M/Q/A and Y-15 experience preferred.
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field required; Masters or MBA in related field preferred.
  • Previous leadership experience preferred.
  • Certified Public Accountant preferred.
  • Intermediate to advanced knowledge of general banking operations, including deposit operations, loan administration, treasury management and/or other commercial banking products and services.
  • Intermediate to advanced knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations, rules and regulations, industry standards and practices.
  • Intermediate to advanced experience with a Big 4 (or top tier) audit firm and/or current Regulatory reporting experience at a public company.
  • Intermediate to advanced ability to work independently and balance multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
  • Thorough understanding of GAAP and related accounting concepts.
  • Expert speaking and writing communication skills.
  • Exceptional analytical and organization skills.
  • Effectively interact with all levels within the Company and subsidiaries.
  • Ability to deal with difficult problems involving multiple facets and variables in non-standardized situations.
  • Advanced computer skills including, but not limited to AxiomSL, Microsoft Excel, Oracle, SQL Server, and Workiva.
  • 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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