Financial Reporting Manager

Western Alliance Bancorporation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Medical and dental insurance

401k matching program

Tuition assistance program

Employee volunteer program

Wellness program

Job summary

Western Alliance Bancorporation is hiring a Financial Reporting Manager in Phoenix, AZ. This role involves overseeing the Regulatory Reporting function, ensuring compliance and accuracy in reports filed with federal agencies. Candidates must possess over 4 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and leadership skills. Benefits include competitive salaries, medical/dental insurance, a robust 401k plan, and a wellness program, supporting a comprehensive employee experience.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Accounting, Finance or similar field.
• FR Y‑14 M/Q/A and Y‑15 experience preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of banking operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Company's Regulatory Reporting function.
• Lead the implementation of new regulatory reporting software.
• Prepare and review reports filed with the Federal Banking Agencies.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Regulatory Compliance

Leadership Experience

Analytical Skills

GAAP

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's or MBA in related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle

SQL Server

AxiomSL

Workiva

Job description

Financial Reporting Manager - Regulatory

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 required.
• 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!

Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to equal employment and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, nation origin, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or genetic information. Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process and/or need an alternative method of applying, please email [e-mail] or call 602‑386‑2488. When contacting us, please provide your contact information and state the nature of your accessibility issue. We will only respond to inquiries concerning requests that involve a reasonable accommodation in the application process.