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Operational Accounting Manager - Payroll

AT Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo

Operational Accounting Manager - Payroll

Shoreview, MN

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking an Operations Accounting Manager within HR Payroll team. Looking for a candidate with Operational Accounting experience and strong leadership experience.

In this role, you will:

  • Manage and develop a team of professionals responsible for operational accounting activities and transactions for multiple areas
  • Provide operational accounting support for internal business groups or operations departments
  • Set standards for monitoring the review of business group or customer financials and implement controls to ensure accuracy of data
  • Maintain advanced knowledge of current operational accounting practices and regulatory requirements
  • Enforce adherence to internal and external operational accounting standards and policies
  • Direct completion of complex operational accounting tasks pertaining to statements, systems and records
  • Develop methodologies and implement changes in internal operational accounting systems
  • Plan, design and direct the production of regulatory reports
  • Influence and negotiate with management on issues of policy or strategic direction
  • Continuously strive towards improving efficiency, effectiveness and experience for stakeholders and customers
  • Collaborate and influence all levels of professionals including managers
  • Lead team to achieve objectives
  • Interact either indirectly or directly with customers, clients or vendors
  • Manage allocation of people and financial resources for Operational Accounting
  • Mentor and guide talent development of direct reports and assist in hiring talent
Required Qualifications:

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  • 4+ years of Operational Accounting experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
  • 2+ years of Leadership experience
Desired Qualifications:
  • General ledger experience
  • Experience with Workday and/or Peoplesoft
  • Payroll system knowledge
  • Experience overseeing salary expense accounts.
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Experience with escalations
  • Experience managing and partnering with broader stakeholders, venders and internal employees
Job Expectations:
  • Position will require onsite presence in a hybrid arrangement (3 days in the office, 2 days telecommuting) at one of the listed locations in Minneapolis, MN
Pay Range

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.
$96,600.00 - $171,800.00
Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.
  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Discounts and savings
  • Commuter benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarships for dependent children
  • Adoption reimbursement
Posting End Date:
30 Nov 2024
* Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Diversity

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in US: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo .

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.

Client-provided location(s): Shoreview, MN 55126, USA
Job ID: WellsFargo-R-416353-2
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Return-to-Work Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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