Senior Risk Manager - SOX 404
Job Description:
Corporate Risk is seeking a hardworking professional to join the team! In this role, you will help build an effective Sarbanes Oxley 404 testing program for emerging products at Fidelity. You will personify the Fidelity Leadership Principle of ‘thinks and works across Fidelity’.
The Senior Risk Manager
The group overseeing SOX 404 requirements has defined protocols for conducting control examinations and evaluating the adequacy and efficiency of controls, compliance, and governance protocols. Within the SOX 404 group, this role coordinates the Sarbanes Oxley 404 initiative, including planning, control testing, risk mitigation, building business relationships, reporting metrics, participating in team projects, and mentoring team members.
The Expertise You Have
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in accounting or related field, CPA preferred
- 6+ years industry experience, including audit or financial services risk management.
- Knowledge of accounting practices and financial services industry.
- Fund accounting and operations knowledge, specifically related to alternative investments, preferred.
- Previous exposure to Sarbanes Oxley 404 compliance, internal control over financial reporting, financial risk, and operational risk.
- Knowledge of investment management practices and strategies, particularly within the alternative or digital assets space a plus.
- Proven problem solving, analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
- Ability to influence others to get the job done and partner with other areas of Fidelity.
- Thrives in a dynamic organization where priorities shift to respond to business needs.
The Skills You Bring
- Accountable for delivering results in an accurate and timely manner.
- Strategic problem solver who approaches work with an open mind and recommending improvements to mitigate risks and drive positive change.
- Standout colleague who possesses the ability to work with internal business partners to inspire change, improve the efficiency and effectiveness of risk management processes.
- Builds strong and expansive working relationships, in person and virtually, with business partners and colleagues.
- Ability to manage several tasks; and provide supervision and direction to less experienced associates.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills enabling you to prepare and present recommendations to partners and senior management.
The Value You Deliver
- Conducts in depth risk assessments and control testing. Promotes a strong control environment by documenting controls, identifying potential gaps, and making sound recommendations for improvement.
- Participates in initiatives to improve existing processes within the Risk team and champions a team environment, as well as implementing an agile approach to risk activities.
- Fosters a climate centered on risk oversight through building connections and raising awareness of the potential risks that impact our business partners and organization.
Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.
Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation.
We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career. Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.
Please be advised that Fidelity’s business is governed by the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, ERISA, numerous state laws governing securities, investment and retirement-related financial activities and the rules and regulations of numerous self-regulatory organizations, including FINRA, among others. Those laws and regulations may restrict Fidelity from hiring and/or associating with individuals with certain Criminal Histories.
Most roles at Fidelity are Hybrid, requiring associates to work onsite every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office. This does not apply to Remote or fully Onsite roles.