Internal Controls Financial Reporting Senior Advisor - Technology

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 a Technology Senior on our Internal Controls Financial Reporting team to be a leader in in executing management’s financial reporting control assessment and program evaluation. This is a unique position within the company that allows an enterprise-wide views of both technology and business process. 

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:

• Guides and facilitates cross-functional teams in planning and executing Internal Controls Financial Reporting (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. 
• Applies advanced functional knowledge to lead risk assessment, control selection, testing, evaluation of results and annual attestation processes.
• Gathers data and valued business partner, providing informed, proactive ICFR guidance, coaching and analysis with fact-based, holistic and forward-thinking perspectives.
• Routinely interacts with senior management becoming their trusted advisor on ICFR issues; makes recommendations to solve current and long-term matters.
• Applies advanced functional knowledge of ICFR business processes, applications, products, services and related financial statements to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Serves as a resource to team members on escalated issues of a complex nature.
• Teaches others about ICFR, ensuring knowledge transfer to less experienced team members; reviews the work of other, less experienced team members.
• 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.
• 6 years’ experience in Internal Control Financial Reporting (ICFR), SOX, financial accounting and controls and/or auditing work experience OR at least 4 years of ICFR experience at a Big Four accounting firm.
• Demonstrated expert functional knowledge in driving adoption of ICFR and collaborating with cross-functional teams in planning and executing multiple, complex situations.
• At least 4 years of progressive related experience developing, influencing and delivering results in a complex ICFR matrix environment.
• 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 consulting to a variety of audiences ICFR topics to include business results and impacts.

What sets you apart:

• CPA, CISA, CISSP, CISM or CIA designation
• SOX or ICFR, IT audit, risk & controls experience at a Big Four public accounting firm or public company
• Experience with IT general controls or business application controls
• 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 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: $99,160 - $189,530.

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.