Senior Financial Control Analyst

Western Alliance Bank; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; 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

A financial institution in Phoenix is seeking a Senior Financial Control Analyst to execute internal control tests and deliver compliance assessments. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in internal controls or similar fields, a Bachelor's degree, and strong analytical skills. Benefits include competitive salaries, medical insurance, and a robust 401k matching program.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience in Internal Controls, Public Accounting, Internal Audit.
• Intermediate knowledge of internal control analysis and risk assessment methodologies.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Execute and deliver test work on financial internal controls.
• Document the ICOFR process and communicate status of internal controls.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior accounting staff.

Skills

Internal Controls

Public Accounting

Internal Audit

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's or MBA

Job description

Senior Financial Control Analyst

Location: CityScape

What You'll Do

As a Senior Financial Control Analyst you'll execute and deliver test work on financial internal controls in compliance with Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX) and Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Improvement Act (FDICIA) requirements. You'll evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of processes and internal controls, identify root causes of issues, and recommend improvements. As a Senior Financial Analyst, you'll interact with key stakeholders across the company, including business operations, support services, and technology departments. You'll document and test the ICOFR process and communicate the status of internal controls, including deficiencies and resolution plans, to management.

• Perform audit assignments and projects under the direction of the Financial Control Manager. Document the ICOFR process by updating risk and control matrices/audit programs.
• Conduct detailed test work on the Internal Control Over Financial Reporting (ICOFR) process, including walk‑throughs and tests of key controls. Maintain a log of observations and deficiencies, tracking their remediation status.
• Develop an understanding of the business, industry, organizational structure, and regulatory environment. Establish and maintain relationships with staff, management, and external auditors through effective communication.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior accounting staff.

What You'll Need

• 3+ years of related experience in Internal Controls, Public Accounting, Internal Audit, or similar field.
• Bachelor's degree in related field required; Masters or MBA in related field preferred.
• Intermediate 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.
• Entry level knowledge of general banking operations, including deposit operations, loan administration, treasury management and/or other commercial banking products and services.
• Entry level knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations, rules and regulations, industry standards and practices.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Intermediate speaking and writing communication skills and ability to effectively interact with all levels within the Company.
• Certified Public Accountant preferred.
• Certified Internal Auditor preferred.
• 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!

About The Company

Western Alliance Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of Western Alliance Bancorporation. Alliance Bank of Arizona, Alliance Association Bank, Bank of Nevada, Bridge Bank, First Independent Bank, and Torrey Pines Bank are divisions of Western Alliance Bank; Member FDIC. AmeriHome Mortgage is a Western Alliance Bank company.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.