Why USAA?
Let’s do something that really matters.
At USAA, we have an important mission: facilitating the financial security of millions of U.S. military members and their families. Not all of our employees served in our nation’s military, but we all share in the mission to give back to those who did. We’re working as one to build a great experience and make a real impact for our members.
We believe in our core values of honesty, integrity, loyalty and service. They’re what guides everything we do – from how we treat our members to how we treat each other. Come be a part of what makes us so special!
The Opportunity
We are seeking an ICFR (Internal Controls Financial Reporting) Advisor to be part of the team that is responsible for executing management’s financial reporting/SOX control testing and evaluation program, specifically for shared service process areas supporting the bank and insurance entities.
We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based on 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:
- Manages the following initiatives on behalf of ICFR Program Management Office (PMO) in support of ICFR related initiatives which may include: Performs and documents ICFR business processes to significant accounts, coordinates and/or facilitates execution of walkthrough schedule/sessions, conducts re-testing activities, supports process owner attestation process, assists with documenting evaluation results in support of final ICFR effectiveness decisions.
- Assists in the coordination efforts and facilitation sessions of the annual ICFR walkthrough activities; obtains/develops documentation in support of walkthroughs.
- Supports ICFR PMO in advising USAA management over ICFR effectiveness and best practices through walkthrough activities and ICFR monthly meetings, escalating concerns to ICFR PMO management.
- Assists in the development of presentation materials supporting, ICFR touchpoint meetings, and other ICFR communications.
- Partners and coordinates with control partners to identify and evaluate ICFR controls and issues, documents results of overall ICFR control tests, and conducts root cause analysis in accordance with ICFR Program methodologies.
- Proactivity identifies opportunities to improve and strengthen the ICFR control environment; provides guidance and recommendations to business partners in the execution of ICFR activities and assists with ICFR training activities.
- Serves as a resource to less experienced team members and business partners to advise on completing ICFR Program deliverables.
- Ensures 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.
- 4 years’ experience in Internal Control Financial Reporting (ICFR), SOX, financial accounting and controls and/or auditing work experience OR at least 2 years of ICFR experience at a Big Four accounting firm.
- Demonstrated knowledge in driving adoption of ICFR and collaborating cross-functional teams in planning and executing complex situations.
- At least 2 years of progressive related experience developing and delivering results in a complex ICFR matrix environment.
- Experience identifying opportunities and proposing ideas for improvement within ICFR controls.
- Knowledge of banking, insurance, or investment systems processes, laws and regulations.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles with ability to apply during internal reviews and controls.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Experience effectively communicating to various stakeholders and business partners ICFR results and impacts.
What sets you apart:
- Experience auditing financial reporting/SOX controls in Shared Service process areas (e.g., Cash Disbursements, Capitalized Software, Intercompany, Compensation, Income Taxes, Financial Statement Close, Entity Level Controls, Fixed Assets, Accounts Payable and Investments).
- US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner.
The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job experience and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.
What we offer:
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. The salary range for this position is: $81,770 - $156,290.
Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.
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, please 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.
USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
