Manager, Financial Controls

Title: Manager, Financial Controls

Location: Houston United States

Job Description:

Who We Are

At Corebridge Financial, we believe action is everything. That's why every day we partner with financial professionals and institutions to make it possible for more people to take action in their financial lives, for today and tomorrow.

We align to a set of Values that are the core pillars that define our culture and help bring our brand purpose to life:

• We are stronger as one: We collaborate across the enterprise, scale what works and act decisively for our customers and partners.
• We deliver on commitments: We are accountable, empower each other and go above and beyond for our stakeholders.
• We learn, improve and innovate: We get better each day by challenging the status quo and equipping ourselves for the future.
• We are inclusive: We embrace different perspectives, enabling our colleagues to make an impact and bring their whole selves to work.

Who You'll Work With

As a highly collaborative team, we serve as effective partners and balance sheet stewards providing the financial leadership to deliver on Corebridge's strategic objectives. As a member of the Finance team, you will:

• Act as an effective and trusted business partner.
• Provide actionable insights and analysis, influencing business partners and accelerating decision-making.
• Be a prudent and efficient allocator of capital.
• Optimize return on capital by balancing balance sheet strength, investment in growth and shareholder returns.
• Focus on process improvement:
• Build an efficient operating model to maximize time spent on value-adding activities.
• Re-engineer and streamline end-to-end processes and controls, eliminating manual and redundant work.

About The Role

As a member of the Corebridge Financial Controls team, the manager serves a critical role as a subject matter expert on risks and related controls for both USGAAP and Statutory financial reporting. The manager will support a large and complex SOX and MAR program, aid in assessments of change and transformation initiatives, and collaborate across the organization to understand and document the impact on controls resulting from business and IT transformational changes. This position is also responsible for developing periodic risk and control reporting on projects and transformations, communicating issues, and working closely with Business and IT stakeholders to develop and execute remediation plans where needed. The role will require attention to detail, strong written and verbal communication skills, strong collaboration and teamwork, and partnership with risk and control across the business. Significant interaction with different areas of the Finance organization, including Controllership, Investments, as well as various component teams and business unit leaders across the entire organization will be part of this role. The manager will also interact closely with the enterprise risk management teams, internal auditors and other compliance and regulatory professionals.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess business transformation activities, identify risks, and collaborate with internal stakeholders and project teams to implement improvements that strengthen internal controls.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on SOX / MAR related risks and controls, providing guidance and training to other departments as needed.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of the company's internal controls and identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare presentations and reports for senior management, summarizing the company's compliance status and recommending action plans.
• Support and contribute to projects and workstreams associated with significant transactions and ad hoc activities.
• Collaborate closely with other compliance, risk, and regulatory functions across the organization on risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Some financial services or Big 4 (or close to) required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3 plus years of experience in SOX compliance, internal audit, or related fields, including experience managing SOX compliance and/or SOC1 reporting projects.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks and risk management methodologies, including experience designing, implementing, and evaluating internal controls in accordance with SOX requirements.
• Experience conducting risk assessments on systems and processes to identify control enhancement opportunities and the ability to think creatively through risk and control topics.
• Experience evaluating SOC1 reports, and an understanding of scope, approach, coverage and related reporting requirements.
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to develop and maintain project plans, manage timelines and resources, and track progress against key milestones.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate risks, and make recommendations for process improvements.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to a wide range of audiences, including senior management and external auditors. Strong communication and collaboration skills with IT stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and experience working with SOX compliance software (e.g. Archer, Workiva, etc.)
• Knowledge of basic IT general controls and application controls, and how the controls intersect with SOX and financial reporting processes.
• Experience working closely with external auditors to facilitate the audit process.
• Strong issues management skills and the ability to build consensus around action plans.
• Experience monitoring and report on the progress of corrective actions to management and stakeholders.

Compensation

Corebridge also offers a range of competitive benefits as part of the total compensation package, as detailed below.

Work Location

This position is based in Corebridge Financial's Houston, Texas office and is subject to our hybrid working policy, which gives colleagues the benefits of working both in an office and remotely.

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Why Corebridge?

At Corebridge Financial, we prioritize the health, well-being, and work-life balance of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits and wellness program is designed to support employees both personally and professionally, ensuring that they have the resources and flexibility needed to thrive.

Benefit Offerings Include:

• Health and Wellness: We offer a range of medical, dental and vision insurance plans, as well as mental health support and wellness initiatives to promote overall well-being.
• Retirement Savings: We offer retirement benefits options, which vary by location. In the U.S., our competitive 401(k) Plan offers a generous dollar-for-dollar Company matching contribution of up to 6% of eligible pay and a Company contribution equal to 3% of eligible pay (subject to annual IRS limits and Plan terms). These Company contributions vest immediately.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling services and resources are available to all employees.
• Matching charitable donations: Corebridge matches donations to tax-exempt organizations 1:1, up to $5,000.
• Volunteer Time Off: Employees may use up to 16 volunteer hours annually to support activities that enhance and serve communities where employees live and work.
• Paid Time Off: Eligible employees start off with at least 24 Paid Time Off (PTO) days so they can take time off for themselves and their families when they need it.

Eligibility for and participation in employer-sponsored benefit plans and Company programs will be subject to applicable law, governing Plan document(s) and Company policy.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Corebridge Financial, is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and we comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment laws. All applicants will be considered for employment based on job-related qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The Company is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. At Corebridge Financial, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to building a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a wide variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our colleagues are respected as individuals and valued for their unique perspectives.

Corebridge Financial is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees, including any accommodations needed on the basis of physical or mental disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to complete any part of the application or hiring process, please send an email to TalentandInclusion@corebridgefinancial.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

To learn more please visit: www.corebridgefinancial.com

Functional Area:

FA - Finance

Estimated Travel Percentage (%): Up to 25%

Relocation Provided: No

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