VP, Director of Internal Controls

WSFS Bank; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 134,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

FSAs/HSAs

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

WSFS Bank seeks a Director of Internal Controls to lead the SOX 404 compliance program, mitigate risks, and promote a culture of accountability. Reporting to the Controller, you will oversee risk assessments, control testing, documentation, and remediation across the organization.

You will build and direct a high-performing team, provide ongoing control education, and partner with business units and auditors to ensure strong internal controls and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field is required.
• CPA, CIA and/or CFSA professional certification is required.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience, including leadership roles in auditing, SOX compliance and risk assessment methodologies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong project management skills and ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.
• Executive presence and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the company’s SOX compliance program, including risk assessments, walkthroughs, control testing, issue identification and remediation, documentation, and certification.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a highly engaged team to deliver objectives and foster a culture of excellence.
• Provide regular reporting on control effectiveness, remediation progress, and emerging risks.
• Develop and deliver education programs to promote internal control culture and accountability across the organization.
• Collaborate with business units to identify opportunities for control enhancement and documentation improvement; implement solutions.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors to support audit activities.
• Offer oversight on control considerations for new products, services, and systems.
• Monitor regulatory changes and best practices to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives as required.

Skills

SOX compliance

Audit leadership

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Project management

Executive presence

Problem solving

Technology leverage

Adaptability

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA

CIA

CFSA

Job description

Job Description At WSFS Bank, we empower our Associates to grow their careers, guide our customers to secure their financial futures, and actively support our Communities so they can fully thrive. Careers with WSFS Bank offer an inclusive and supportive culture, competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and more. We are the region's locally headquartered bank and wealth management company. We are honored to consistently be named a Top Workplace by our Associates, who make a difference every day for the people, businesses, and Communities we serve. We Stand For Service® is more than part of our name, it’s our mission and our purpose. The Director of Internal Controls is a highly visible role and key leadership position reporting directly to the Controller, and is responsible for development, execution and continuous improvement of the organization’s Sarbanes-Oxley (“SOX”) 404 compliance program strategy. This role ensures compliance with SOX, mitigates financial and operational risks, and promotes a culture of accountability and control awareness across the organization.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the company’s SOX compliance program, including risk assessments, walkthroughs, control testing, issue identification and remediation, documentation, and certification.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a highly engaged team to consistently deliver operational and strategic objectives, while fostering a culture of excellence, engagement, continuous improvement, and individual career growth.
• Provide regular reporting on control effectiveness, remediation progress, and emerging risks.
• Develop and deliver education programs to promote strong internal control of culture, awareness, and accountability across the organization.
• Collaborate with business units and process owners to assess and identify opportunities for control enhancement and/or documentation improvement; implement effective solutions.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors to support audit activities.
• Offer oversight and guidance on control considerations for new products, services, and system implementations.
• Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and industry best practices to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field is required.
• CPA, CIA and/or CFSA professional certification is required.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience, including leadership roles in auditing, deep internal understanding of internal control frameworks, SOX compliance and risk assessment methodologies.
• Must have exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have strong project management skills and ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.
• Must have strong executive presence and interpersonal skills.
• Must have strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Possesses strong sense of urgency.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage technology and innovative solutions to streamline processes, improve operational efficiency, and support cost reduction initiatives.
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability, with the ability to thrive in a complex, growing organization and effectively navigate evolving priorities, structures, and business needs.

Salary Range:

$133,728.00 - $219,696.75 Individual base pay may vary on additional factors such as the candidate’s experience, job-related skills, relevant education, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.

Benefits:

WSFS provides a competitive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) plan; life, accident, and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs); and wellness programs. Additional benefits may include paid parental leave, military leave, vacation and other paid time off, sick leave in accordance with applicable state laws, and paid holidays. Benefit offerings are subject to eligibility requirements, legal limitations, and may vary based on an Associate’s location and employment status. For more information about Associate benefits, please visit https://www.wsfsbank.com/about/careers/

WSFS Bank is inclusive and supportive of individual needs. If you have a physical or other impairment that might require an accommodation, including technical assistance with the WSFS Bank Careers website or submission process, please contact us via email at [e-mail].

WSFS is an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

At WSFS Bank we empower our Associates to forge the careers of their dreams, we guide our Customers to secure their financial futures, and we actively support our Communities so they can fully thrive.

WSFS Financial Corporation (WSFS) is a multibillion-dollar financial services company. Its primary subsidiary, WSFS Bank, is the oldest and largest locally-headquartered bank and trust company in the Greater Philadelphia and Delaware region. As of March 31, 2023, WSFS Financial Corporation had $20.3 billion in assets on its balance sheet and $65.6 billion in assets under management and administration. WSFS operates from 119 offices, 92 of which are banking offices, located in Pennsylvania (61), Delaware (39), New Jersey (17), Virginia (1) and Nevada (1) and provides comprehensive financial services including commercial banking, retail banking, cash management and tax and wealth management. Other subsidiaries or divisions include Arrow Land Transfer, Bryn Mawr Capital Management, LLC, Bryn Mawr Trust®, The Bryn Mawr Trust Company of Delaware, Cash Connect®, NewLane Finance®, Powdermill® Financial Solutions, WSFS Institutional Services®, WSFS Mortgage®, and WSFS Wealth® Investments. Serving the Greater Delaware Valley since 1832, WSFS Bank is one of the ten oldest banks in the United States continuously operating under the same name.