Hybrid Director, Internal Controls – Retirement Operations

at Ascensus

• Job title: Director, Internal Controls – Retirement Operations
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Dresher, United States

About the role

• Director of Financial Controls overseeing financial control frameworks and compliance at Ascensus. Leading a team and ensuring operational efficiency in retirement operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and oversight of financial control frameworks supporting the Operations Team
• Ensure the integrity of financial controls, enhance operational efficiency, and enforce compliance with internal policies and external regulations
• Design, implement, and maintain a robust internal control framework aligned with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective action to mitigate risk in operational processes
• Develop metrics and dashboards to track control performance and areas for improvement
• Build and manage a team of professionals focused on cash reconciliation, internal controls and compliance within operations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in financial services operations, with a focus on and progressive experience in internal controls, risk management, and reconciliation; including controls framework and audit practices
• 5+ years of leadership experience
• Proven experience and knowledge of the retirement industry
• Exceptional analytical, problem solving, and communication skills
• Strong influencing skills across all levels, including executives

Benefits

• Responsible for protecting, securing, and proper handling of all confidential data
• Equal Opportunity Employer