Regulatory Reporting Quality Assurance Lead

Western Alliance Bancorporation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ownership stake

Medical & dental insurance

Paid time off

401k matching

Tuition assistance

Employee volunteer program

Wellness program

Job summary

Western Alliance Bancorporation seeks a Financial Control Program Manager to lead regulatory reporting QA testing within the RRO framework. You will plan, execute, and deliver testing cycles, assess risks, and oversee senior staff to ensure data quality and reporting integrity.

You will collaborate with Accounting, Risk, Treasury, and Data Management to resolve issues and strengthen controls. This role requires strong governance experience and a drive for process improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Internal Controls, Public Accounting, Internal Audit, or similar field.
• Bachelor's degree required; Masters or MBA preferred.
• Previous leadership experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of internal control analysis, risk assessment methodologies, Sarbanes-Oxley Section 302/402 and/or FRB reporting requirements, COSO framework, Institute of Internal Auditor (IIA) standards, and/or generally accepted accounting principles.
• Advanced knowledge of general banking operations including deposit operations, loan administration, treasury management and/or other commercial banking products and services.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations, rules and regulations, industry standards and practices.
• Advanced speaking and writing communication skills and ability to effectively interact with all levels within the Company.
• Advanced exceptional time management; detail oriented and proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Previous leadership experience preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant preferred.
• Occasional travel required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and deliver RRO test work in accordance with established compliance frameworks and timelines.
• Conduct risk assessments and perform conformance, transaction, and control testing to evaluate data quality and reporting integrity.
• Supervise senior and staff-level employees, providing guidance, reviewing work, and ensuring adherence to RRO standards.
• Analyze discrepancies, assess impact on regulatory reporting, and collaborate with stakeholders to implement corrective actions.
• Assist the Associate Director in preparing and presenting detailed reports on RRO results, findings, and recommendations to management and governance committees.
• Partner with Accounting, Risk, Treasury, Operations, and Data Management teams to address data quality issues and enhance reporting processes.
• Lead or participate in projects and initiatives related to regulatory reporting and quality assurance.

Skills

Internal Controls

Public Accounting

Internal Audit

Leadership

SOX 302/402

COSO framework

IIA standards

GAAP knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

MS Office

CPA (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's/MBA preferred

Job description

Western Alliance Bancorporation seeks a Financial Control Program Manager to lead regulatory reporting QA testing within the RRO framework. You will plan, execute, and deliver testing cycles, assess risks, and oversee senior staff to ensure data quality and reporting integrity.

You will collaborate with Accounting, Risk, Treasury, and Data Management to resolve issues and strengthen controls. This role requires strong governance experience and a drive for process improvement.