Accounting Policy Controller Associate

Regions Bank; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 56,287 - 68,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation/Sick Time

401K with Company Match

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Disability Benefits

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Associate Volunteer Program

Job summary

Regions Bank in Birmingham, Alabama seeks an Accounting Analyst to prepare accurate monthly and quarterly financial reporting, support GAAP research, and drive process improvements. You will produce detailed reports and respond to inquiries from business partners, working with risk and corporate governance teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and at least three years of experience in public accounting or industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a directly related field.
• Three (3) years in public accounting or industry with reporting, policy, or financial analysis experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists in preparation detailed reports and presentations for review by all levels of management.
• Contributes to process improvements and makes recommendations on occasion.
• Researches and responds to technical accounting inquiries from our business partners.
• Analyzes and resolves problems using prescribed guidelines or policies.
• Completes ad-hoc reporting or other special projects as they arise.
• May act as a resource for associates with less experience.
• Creates and maintains databases, documentation, and data in a meaningful format.
• Works independently and receives minimal guidance.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

At Regions, the Accounting Analyst prepares accurate and timely financial reporting that may include, but not be limited to, special requests, producing monthly and quarterly reporting, and adding value through continued process improvement. The analyst at this level possesses specialized knowledge of own discipline or function and may interpret internal or external issues and recommend solutions/best practices.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assists in preparation detailed reports and presentations for review by all levels of management
• Contributes to process improvements and makes recommendations on occasion
• Researches and responds to technical accounting inquiries from our business partners
• Analyzes and resolves problems using prescribed guidelines or policies
• Completes ad-hoc reporting or other special projects as they arise
• May act as a resource for associates with less experience
• Creates and maintains databases, documentation, and data in a meaningful format
• Works independently and receives minimal guidance

This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a directly related field
• Three (3) years in public accounting or industry with reporting, policy, or financial analysis experience

Preferences

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) and/or Master's degree in Finance
• Experience within a financial services industry
• Certified Public Accountant Licensure (CPA)

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to research, analyze data, and drive appropriate solutions
• Ability to work under moderate guidance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
• Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
• Strong work ethic and self-motivation
• Strong attention to detail

This associate position will support the Business Unit Controller(s) of Risk and Corporate Governance and the Consumer Bank. The associate will perform technical accounting (GAAP) research and analysis and will help implement this guidance into our business processes. Research, analysis, documentation, communication, and critical thinking skills are important for success in this role. Associate must be able to work in a flexible work environment as ad hoc projects and research are the nature of this role. The following experience is beneficial to this role: revenue recognition accounting, credit accounting, HR accounting, BOLI, stock compensation, pension, financial trend analysis, SOX, assurance/audit.

This position is intended to be onsite, now or in the near future. Associates will have regular work hours, including full days in the office three or more days a week. The manager will set the work schedule for this position, including in‑office expectations. Regions will not provide relocation assistance for this position, and relocation would be at your expense.

Regions will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position at this time. Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

Position Type

Full time

Compensation Details

Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point‑of‑market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job.

Job Range Target

Minimum: $62,542.15 USD

Median: $86,430.00 USD

Benefits Information

• Paid Vacation/Sick Time
• 401K with Company Match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Disability Benefits
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Associate Volunteer Program

Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time. To learn more about Regions’ benefits, please click or copy the link below to your browser.

https://www.regions.com/about-regions/welcome-portal/benefits

Location Details

Regions Center

Birmingham, Alabama

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans