Accountant II - Regulatory Reporting .

Ally Financial

3d • $55,000 - $95,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Accountant II will be a member of Ally's Regulatory Reporting team which is a part of Ally's Controller's Team. The position will play a critical role in preparation and submissions of required regulatory filings. Under general supervision, the position will be primarily focused on preparation and analysis of regulatory reports to ensure accurate and timely filings as well as assisting key business partners in understanding reporting requirements. The role provides the opportunity to gain exposure to different business partners and stakeholders of the company, develop a greater understanding of the regulatory reporting processes and requirements and develop a stronger understanding of Ally's business results.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required (Accounting major preferred).
• 1+ years previous work experience in Accounting or related field.
• General accounting and/or functional skills for area of expertise.
• Exhibit a strong work ethic and high degree of self-motivation.
• Must possess good communication skills.
• Must possess strong time management skills and ability to effectively prioritize tasks and work within deadlines.
• Ability to organize data, perform independent analysis, and provide explanations/conclusions to management.
• Ability to work with limited supervision while applying previous experience to execute moderately complex tasks.
• Ability to contribute meaningfully to projects.
• Comfortable interacting with other personnel in group or support staff from other departments; may interact with other internal and external personnel (i.e., external auditors, regulators) on specific projects or routine matters, usually under supervision.
• Advanced MS Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups, etc.) experience required.
• MS Office Suite experience, preferred.

Nice To Haves

• CPA (or equivalent) obtained or in pursuit preferred.
• Workday General Ledger experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparing and analyzing assigned regulatory reports and schedules including performing analytical procedures to ensure reports are accurate and in compliance with required regulations.
• Work with multiple business lines to gain an understanding of the business activities and reporting processes.
• Partner with business line personnel to educate them on regulatory reporting requirements and provide guidance on implementation of any new or revised requirements.
• Coordinate with SEC reporting team and other internal reporting teams to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with business units and other regulatory reporting team members to improve processes and efficiencies.
• Review, update, and maintain procedures and process documentation for assigned schedules
• Work with internal and external auditors and other compliance functions, as directed.
• Participate in special projects as necessary.

Benefits

• Ally's compensation program offers market-competitive base pay and pay-for-performance incentives (bonuses) based on achieving personal and company goals.
• Our Total Rewards program includes industry-leading compensation and benefits plus additional incentives that are designed to meet your needs and those of your family so you can get the most out of your career and your life, including:
• Time Away: Program starts at 20 paid time off days in addition to 11 paid holidays and 8 hours of volunteer time off yearly (time off days are prorated based on start date and program varies based on full or part-time status and management level).
• Planning for the Future: plan for the near and long term with an industry-leading 401K retirement savings plan with matching and company contributions, student loan pay downs and 529 educational save up assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, employee stock purchase plan, and financial learning center and financial coach access.
• Supporting your Health & Well-being: flexible health and insurance options including medical, dental and vision, employee, spouse and child life insurance, short- and long-term disability, pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions, Healthcare FSA, critical illness, accident & hospital indemnity insurance, and a total well-being program that helps you and your family stay on track physically, socially, emotionally, and financially.
• Building a Family: adoption, surrogacy and fertility assistance as well as paid parental and caregiver leave, Dependent Day Care FSA back-up child and adult/elder care days and childcare discounts.
• Work-Life Integration: other benefits including Mentally Fit Employee Assistance Program, subsidized and discounted Weight Watchers® program and other employee discount programs.
• Other compensations: depending on the role for which you are considered, you may be eligible for travel allowances, relocation assistance, a signing bonus and/or equity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees