Discover. A brighter future.

With us, you’ll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it — we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.

Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.

Job Description:

Discover will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position.  Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Manages team responsibilities independently, establishing direction, and prioritizing efforts. Serves as subject matter expert in multiple and highly complex business activities. Demonstrates broad perspective and critical thinking that is cross-functional, extending beyond area(s) of responsibility. Ability to get the heart of an issue, demonstrating strategic thinking while leveraging technical expertise in formulating solutions. Acts in a consultative nature and makes recommendations to advance initiatives, even if not in own area, while also demonstrating flexibility and open-mindedness in evaluating options. Challenges the status quo by evaluating situations from multiple facets. Manages staff training, development, and performance in area of responsibility. Develops relationships, expanding leadership influence to accomplish results through others. Responsible for the design and operating effectiveness of the control environment within the area of responsibility. Applies judgement for the appropriate application of Corporate Policy, GAAP, Regulation, or established framework. Able to lead discussions with senior management as well as external parties. Demonstrates influence and decision-making across levels. Demonstrates accountability and leadership in the advancement of priorities independent of management oversight. Develops and coaches' teams to be able to identify, manage, and escalate risk, and effectively manage risk within the teams you oversee.

Responsibilities

• Manages a functional team(s) responsible for completion of accounting-control activities, such as account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close. Ensures all accounting responsibilities are completed timely, accurate, and in accordance with corporate policies.

• Manages workload and resource allocation against team objectives by providing clear communication to staff and Senior Leadership. Provides ongoing training and development to staff. Routinely engage with staff via regular meetings and informal discussions. Provides performance feedback and career support to direct reports. Span of Control is three or more.

• Represents team responsibilities during month-end and quarter-end financial close. Ensures timely and accurate financial reporting is provided for all areas assigned.

• Oversees efforts relating to financial reporting, internal and external audits, and compliance. Ensures documentation provided is accurate and all reviews are performed successfully without evidence of control gaps within span of control.

• Demonstrates subject matter expertise within areas of responsibility. Provides ongoing accounting leadership to support business partners throughout the company.

• Leads cross-functional teams to support the advancement of new business initiatives and/or resolution of production events impacting the business. Ensures all new initiatives contain adequate accounting requirements and are tested successfully to ensure no interruption to financial reporting.

• Continuously seek efficiency and control improvements to further capabilities of the team. Leverages internal capabilities and external resources as needed to independently pursue opportunities to strengthen the team.

Minimum Qualifications

At a minimum, here’s what we need from you:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related

• 8+ years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or related

Preferred Qualifications

If we had our say, we’d also look for:

• Master's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration and Management, or related

• 4+ years of experience in Banking or Payments, Financial or Regulatory Reporting, Supervisory, or related experience

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

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Application Deadline:

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Aug-19-2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.

Compensation:

The base pay for this position generally ranges between $103,000.00 to $174,200.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.

Benefits:

We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Time Off

• 401(k) Plan

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account

• STD, Life, LTD and AD&D

• Recognition Program

• Education Assistance

• Commuter Benefits

• Family Support Programs

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com.

What are you waiting for? Apply today!

All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.

Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision)

Discover complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, to complete an application, and/or to participate in an interview, please email [email protected]. Any information you provide regarding your accommodation needs will be kept confidential and will only be used to determine and provide necessary accommodation.