Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant-International Controller.
In this role, you will:
- Act as lead Consultant for financial accounting related matters for lines of business and other control functions
- Provide technical expertise regarding accounting issues, regulatory information and research
- Provide technical assistance on major transactions and product development
- Provide data for preparing and reviewing financial and regulatory reports
- Communicate practices and procedures for proper financial control
- Articulate the impact of policy changes to management within business group or enterprise
- Perform ongoing financial control functions in accordance with the company's internal controls policies
- Apply extensive specialized knowledge and act as internal consultant
- Lead implementation of complex projects and initiatives impacting one or more lines of business
- Identify compliance and risk management requirements for supported area and may support implementation of key risk initiatives
- Communicate and provide consultation regularly with more experienced stakeholders throughout the enterprise
- 4+ years of Finance, Accounting, Analytics, Financial Reporting, Accounting Reporting or Risk Reporting experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
- Qualified CA/CFA/ICWA/MBA-Finance with 4+ years of experience in Finance & Accounting
- Experience preparing regulatory returns for a financial services organization, ideally encompassing both US and International (UK/European capital & liquidity returns, as well as financial/statistical reporting) output.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently within a team structure.
- Innovative mindset, with a track record of process enhancement (enhancing efficiency, control, transparency).
- Understanding of change management discipline, and the ability to collaborate effectively data management teams and Technology partners
- Understanding of regulatory/best in class expectations in respect of controls and governance
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to present concisely and accurately to senior audiences
- Strong academic background, and a financial/accounting professional qualification.
- Honesty and integrity in all aspects of their work.
- Intuitive; fast learner with good problem-solving skills.
- Good time management and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of 'NextGen' tools such as Alteryx, Axiom, PowerBI, Tableau, Confluence, Workiva and similar
- Shift Timings: IST 13.30 to 22.30
- Performance of regulatory reporting production tasks, including:
- Support technical analysis of reporting rules/instructions, perform variance analysis, working with key stakeholders including EMEA regulatory policy
- Hands on experience on various regulatory guidelines and Operate/monitor data sourcing and data ingestion processes
- Run defined production processes involving data transformation, and as necessary adjustment, to create required outputs
- Operate key production related controls, including investigation and resolution of issues where required
- Perform analytical review of reporting output, including provision of commentary as necessary
- Support development and maintenance of a robust and effective control environment:
- Work with control stakeholders to ensure that operating controls are fully aligned to the standards and expectations of the EMEA Controller function
- Provide relevant control metrics as required to facilitate oversight and governance
- Handle issues and errors in line with International Controller and Enterprise-wide policies and procedures
- Ensure operational documentation is maintained, and is best in class
- Participate in change management activities to support ongoing reporting accuracy and process efficiency:
- Support continuous improvement of processes utilized within regulatory reporting, embracing wherever possible digital tools such as Alteryx, PowerBI,Tableau, and Workiva
- Partner with the change management and technology functions to support major change delivery, including (but not limited to) provision of technical/business requirements, engagement with testing, creation of revised operating models and supporting documentation
- Support development of junior staff, and as necessary perform day to day operational oversight tasks (work prioritization, status monitoring & reporting etc.)
9 Jul 2026
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
We Value Equal Opportunity
Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. 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.
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.
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b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.
Skills Required
- 4+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Accounting Reporting, Analytics, or Risk Reporting (or equivalent)
- Ability to perform regulatory reporting production tasks, data transformation, variance analysis, and operate production controls
- Shift Timings: IST 13.30 to 22.30
- Experience preparing regulatory returns for financial services organizations, including US and International (UK/European capital & liquidity returns)
- Qualified CA, CFA, ICWA, or MBA-Finance (financial/accounting professional qualification)
- Knowledge of NextGen tools such as Alteryx, Axiom, PowerBI, Tableau, Confluence, Workiva
- Understanding of controls, governance, change management, and ability to partner with data management and technology teams
- Strong communication skills with ability to present to senior audiences and mentor junior staff
Wells Fargo Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage begins on day 1 with medical, dental, and vision, and includes mental health, prescription drugs, and preventive care often covered at 100% in-network. Well-being resources such as 24-hour clinical support and an Employee Assistance Program add to the breadth.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave provides up to 16 weeks for a primary caregiver (4 weeks for non-primary) alongside fertility benefits and up to a $35,000 lifetime reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, and donor expenses. Backup child and adult care further supports family needs.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits feature a 401(k) with company matching contributions up to 6% of eligible pay. An employee stock purchase plan adds another avenue for long-term savings.
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Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a leading financial services company that has approximately $2.1 trillion in assets. We provide a diversified set of banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through our four reportable operating segments: Consumer Banking and Lending, Commercial Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, and Wealth & Investment Management. Wells Fargo ranked No. 33 on Fortune’s 2025 rankings of America’s largest corporations. Our technology professionals drive innovation, information security, and big data analytics while maintaining a network that handles more than 12 billion customer interactions a year. Join us! Are you looking for more? Find it here. At Wells Fargo, we're more than a financial services leader – we’re a global trailblazer committed to driving innovation, empowering communities, and helping our customers succeed. We believe that a meaningful career is much more than just a job – it’s about finding all of the elements to help you thrive, in one place. Living the Well Life means you’re supported in life, not just work. It means having robust benefits, competitive compensation, and programs designed to help you find work-life balance and well-being. You’ll be rewarded for investing in your community, celebrated for being your authentic self, and empowered to grow. And we’re recognized for it – Wells Fargo once again ranked in the top three – making us the #1 financial services employer – on the 2025 LinkedIn Top Companies list of best workplaces “to grow your career” in the U.S. 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. © 2026 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. All rights reserved. Member FDIC.
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