Sr. Manager Regulatory Reporting (Location Open Within Footprint)

Synovus • Atlanta, GA

8h

About The Position

Manages activities associated with the end-to-end regulatory reporting process,
including preparing and reviewing filings such as the FR Y-9C, FR Y-9LP, Call
Report, FR Y-15, FR Y-14M/Q series, FR 2052a, FR 2420, FR 2644, FR 2900, etc.
Provides accounting guidance, maintains chart of accounts related to regulatory
reporting, and asists with managing complex accounting/regulatory items (e.g.,
implementation of newly issued accounting standards, share-based compensation,
BASEL III, commitments). Assists with external auditor inquiries on quarterly
reviews and annual audits, and monitoring of FDIC expense including the
development of strategies to monitor and manage metrics impacting FDIC expense.
Drive continuous process improvement and automation efforts to enhance reporting
efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and ensure strong data governance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7+ years of financial analysis experience or an equivalent combination of enhanced education and experience.
• Understanding of accounting theory, current accounting issues, and accounting systems with solid understanding of US GAAP.
• Solid foundation in U.S. GAAP accounting and/or regulatory accounting.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong attention to details.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency using applicable accounting/financial software products.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office software products including advanced proficiency with Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and review of numerous regulatory reports such as the FR Y-9C, FR Y-9LP, Call Report, FR Y-15, FR Y-14M/Q series, FR 2052a, FR 2420, FR 2644, FR 2900, etc. Ensures compliance with new regulatory reporting requirements including Basel III capital rules. Provides guidance on pricing for unused commitments and certain FDIC designated higher-risk loans to cover additional regulatory cost of these items. Reviews FDIC scorecard quarterly and provides feedback on strategies to reduce FDIC assessment cost.
• Analyzes and reviews new accounting and/or regulatory standards. Develops and executes associated implementation plans. Presents findings and implementation progress to senior management and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.
• Researches, evaluates, and prepares technical accounting memos, whitepapers and external reporting implications of complex and non-standard transactions and general corporate accounting matters including regulatory reporting impacts.
• Prepares and/or reviews analyses and other information to support the annual audit and quarterly reviews with external auditors and/or information for regulators.
• Assists with projects relating to mergers and acquisition activity and related accounting due diligence, accounting, reporting, and SOX requirements.
• Ensures compliance with accounting and reporting standards. Assists team with the research and documentation of technical accounting issues as they arise in support of the organization.
• Provides leadership, direction and growth opportunities to members of the department, performing those responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies and applicable laws. Responsible for interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning or directing work, appraising performance, disciplining team members and resolving problems. Works with the Human Resources Department to resolve more complex team member-related issues.
• Each team member is expected to be aware of risk within their functional area. This includes observing all policies, procedures, laws, regulations and risk limits specific to their role. Additionally, they should raise and report known or suspected violations to the appropriate Company authority in a timely fashion.
• Performs other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager