The Opportunity
As a dedicated Internal Controls Financial Reporting Advisor Lead you will drive cross-functional teams in planning and executing multiple, complex situation in order to achieve an enterprise-wide ICFR framework including control identification, evaluation of design, test of control, related issues, root-cause and remediation across USAA Insurance, Banking, Investing and Real Estate lines of businesses and functional areas. This individual utilizes expert knowledge in ICFR to plan and coordinate highly complex activities and is a key ICFR resource for both their team and enterprise partners.
We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX, Plano, TX, or Charlotte, NC. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
What you'll do:
Drives cross-functional teams in planning and executing multiple, complex situations in order to achieve an enterprise-wide ICFR framework including control identification, evaluation of design, test of control, related issues, root-cause and remediation across USAA Insurance, Banking, Investing and Real Estate lines of businesses and functional areas.
Utilizes expert functional knowledge to plan, direct and coordinate highly complex activities that lead to risk assessment, control selection, testing, evaluation of results and annual attestation processes.
Key resource for enterprise partners, providing holistic and proactive perspectives and recommendations by removing obstacles and impediments to ensure objectives are met.
Applies expert functional knowledge to drive adoption of ICFR business processes, applications, products, services and related financial statements through routine interactions with senior management, becoming their trusted advisor on ICFR issues and making recommendations to solve current and long-term matters.
Formally mentors team members on escalated issues.
Applies advanced knowledge to leading the teachings about ICFR, ensuring knowledge transfer to less experienced team members; reviews the work of other, less experienced team members to ensure achievement of strategic business goals and operational objectives.
Ensure risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.
What you have:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Risk Management or a related field; OR 4 years of related experience (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree.
8 years' experience in Internal Control Financial Reporting (ICFR), SOX, financial accounting and controls and/or auditing work experience OR at least 6 years of ICFR experience at a Big Four accounting firm.
Demonstrated expert functional knowledge in driving adoption of ICFR and driving cross-functional teams in planning and executing multiple, complex situations.
At least 6 years of progressive related experience developing, influencing and delivering results in a complex ICFR matrix environment.
Expert knowledge of banking, insurance, or investment systems processes, laws and regulations.
Strong understanding of accounting principles and application for improvements during internal reviews and controls.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Experience effectively communicating and influencing to a variety of audiences ICFR topics to include business results and impacts.
What sets you apart:
US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner.
3 or more years of direct team lead or management experience to include progressive related experience developing, influencing and evaluating technology risks in complex-matrix financial service environment.
Significant experience evaluating IT general controls and business applications controls within enterprise environments.
CISA, CISSP, CISM and/or CRISC certification(s).
Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $143,320 - $273,930.
USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).
Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.
Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.
The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.
Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.
For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.
Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.
