Accounting and Audit Rotation Development Associate (local to Wayne, PA)

See yourself at Radian? We see you here too.

At Radian, we see you. For the person you are and the potential you hold. That's why we've embraced a new way of working that lets our people across the country be themselves, be their best and be their boldest. Because when each of us is truly seen, each of us gives our best -and at Radian, we'll give you our best right back.

Studies have shown that job seekers may hesitate to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification listed. We strive to see the potential in each applicant, so if you're excited about this role but your experience or education level doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

This role is hybrid with the flexibility to work 2-3 days per week in our corporate headquarters (550 Swedesford Rd., Wayne, PA 19087) and at your designated Flexible Workplace location.*

See Yourself as an Accounting and Audit Rotation Development Associate

As an Accounting and Audit Rotation Development Associate, you will participate in Radian's Development Rotational Program. The Program will last for two years and is comprised of two (one year) rotations through Finance business units and support functions. These areas are:

• Accounting and Financial Controls; and

• Internal Audit.

The Program has a strong emphasis on developing the future capabilities of Radian through investment in high-potential individuals. You will gain immersive, hands-on experience and exposure to various functions within the organization, fostering a diverse and well-rounded workforce. Our Accounting and Audit Rotation Program seeks to recruit early career graduates who are eager to contribute to our dynamic and innovative culture. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, and attention to detail. By participating in rotational assignments, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills and broaden your experiences, preparing you for a long-term, full-time role within the company.

Upon completing this structured program, you will be placed into a full-time role based on business need, as well as your overall performance throughout the rotations and specific areas of interest.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Actively contribute to strategic projects that align with Radian's business objectives and priorities.

• Build effective relationships and collaborate with senior leaders, mentors, and peers across various functions and divisions.

• Lead projects and initiatives for specific business areas with a focus on financial acumen, while also gaining exposure to the organization and learning how business areas interact.

• Evaluating current business processes and identifying potential areas for improvement.

• Responsible to independently organize and prioritize work to meet rigid schedules and timelines.

• Develop core competencies such as leadership, communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

• Participate in professional development workshops, networking events, and internal/external conferences.

• Participate in action learning projects and present to peers and leaders.

• Assist with internal controls/SOX compliance efforts, working closely with external resources on key deliverables.

• Contribute to transformation efforts to further leverage technology, drive efficiencies and enhance controls.

• Liaise with external auditors regarding coordination of external audit plan, direct assistance testing and deliverables, ensuring timely and effective resolution of issues.

• As needed, perform monthly accounting close functions i.e.; preparation of journal entries and reconciliation of accounts and/or sub ledgers.

• Prepare, analyze, and review various financial packages supporting quarterly and annual financial statements.

• Perform ad hoc tasks/analysis to various Internal Audit and Controllership areas as needed.

• Drive aspects of internal audit activities for both assurance and advisory projects including risk assessments, audit planning, audit testing, control evaluation, report drafting, and follow up and verification of issue closure in partnership and close support of other senior team members.

• Assist in defining internal audit objectives and scope based on information obtained from management, understanding of business and/or IT functions, and organizational objectives.

• Contribute to the development and execution of the internal audit plan including planning, testing, and reporting within stated deadlines and budgets.

• Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.

Qualifications

Basic Education and Prior Work-Related Experience:

• Degree Requirement: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

• Work Experience: No prior work-related experience

Additional Qualifications :

• CPA, CIA, CISA, and/or other relevant certification(s) or planning to pursue a certification.

• Demonstrated leadership potential, initiative, and adaptability.

• Strong background in auditing techniques and/or control environments.

• Strong writing skills, including an ability to effectively document operational processes via written word and workflow diagrams.

• Highly effective written and verbal communicator, deeply adept in working in cross-functional groups.

• Work effectively in a team environment and independently.

• Intellectually curious, driven by the process of doing the hard work of learning in low-structure environments.

• Self-guided problem solver, capable of making incremental decisions on partial information.

• Deeply driven to team success and ability to manage the challenge of successive setbacks.

• Attracted to high-challenge, fast-paced environments.

• Possess the ability to maintain attention to detail and quickly distill complex systems, processes, or concepts down to their most vital efforts.

Preferred Education Level: MBA or another relevant post-graduate degree is a plus.

Preferred Years of Prior Work-Related Experience: 0-3 years

See Your Location

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Radian will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.

See More About Radian

Radian is a fintech servicing the mortgage and real estate services industry. As a team, we pride ourselves on seeing the potential of every person, every idea and every day.

Seeing each other at Radian goes far beyond our open, flexible culture. It means seeing our people's potential - and creating inspiring career paths that help them get there. Or seeing new pathways and innovating for the future of our industry. It means seeing each other for all that we are. And it means seeing our purpose as one that extends beyond the bottom line - having an impact on communities across the country to help more people achieve the American Dream of homeownership.

We hope you'll see yourself at Radian. See more about us at Radian.com.

Defining Roles for Radian's Future

Understanding the qualities and characteristics that define a Leader and an Employee is important to building our future-fit workforce. Radian's future is only as bright as its people. For that reason, our People Plan includes profiles to support the qualities and characteristics that each Leader as well as each Employee should embody upon hire or via development.

EEO Statement

Radian complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, age, race, color, religious creed, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

An applicant's criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. The material duties include those listed in the "Primary Duties and Responsibilities" section above, as well as the ability to adhere to Company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stressful situations, work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard confidential information belonging to the Company and its customers. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Accommodation

Whether you require an accommodation for the job application or interview process, Radian is dedicated to a barrier-free employment process and encourages a diverse workforce. If you have questions about the accommodation process, please e-mail careers@radian.com.

Please note that you may redact or remove age-related information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution on any additional application materials you submit as part of the application. Additional application materials include but are not limited to, resumes, CVs, transcripts, or certifications.