Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Financial Controls Analyst to support our Technology ITAC team. This team supports the firm's maintenance of an effective system of internal control over reporting by performing testing of information technology (IT) automated internal controls over financial and regulatory reporting that are designed to meet regulatory and industry-expected standards of excellence. We accomplish this in the following ways:
Partner with lines of business, the COSO testing team, IT lines of business, and the EC&O Governance and Oversight team to identify key applications associated with significant business processes.
Partner with Enterprise Information Technology (EIT), Enterprise Information Security (EIS), and Enterprise Data & Analytics (EDA) to identify Information Technology General Controls (ITGCs) that align with using the COBIT 5 Framework.
Perform control design assessment and operating effectiveness testing of ITACs for significant applications.
Perform validation testing over IT issues logged deemed to have COSO impact after corrective actions have been completed.
Support our external auditor's requests for information to complete their IT work related to the SOX and SOC1 audits.
In this role, you will:
Consult with the line of business and enterprise functions on financial reporting or information technology governance, and controls and oversight matters
Identify compliance and risk management requirements for supported area and work with other stakeholders to implement key risk initiatives
Lead planning and execution strategy of large, complex testing and monitoring initiatives or provide oversight with respect to testing and monitoring involving most complex subject matter or control areas
Provide technical interpretation on various matters in building and adopting best practices within the functional area
Lead implementation of complex projects or initiatives with companywide impact
Communicate and provide strategic consultation to more experienced leadership throughout the enterprise
Provide technical interpretation of guidelines or report results of the most complex elements of the company's policy, governance and oversight framework
Lead initiatives around process design, identification of important risk points, evaluating severity of control deficiencies and monitoring of related remediation efforts
Provide process and control support and leadership for governance and oversight related projects
Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals
Interact with external agencies, regulatory bodies or industry forums
Lead in providing work guidance or mentorship to other individuals
Required Qualifications:
5+ years of Finance, Accounting, Analytics, Reporting or Business and Technology Audit experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
A Masters of Business Administration (MBA) or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Designation
3+ years Big Four/super regional public accounting firm experience in IT audit and/or IT SOX advisory/consulting service
3+ years of experience performing IT audit and/or IT application controls testing at peer-size companies
Ability to present to senior level executives
Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment
Ability to take on a high level of responsibility, initiative, and accountability
Knowledge and understanding of regulatory agencies: Federal Reserve and OCC
CISA, CISM, or CISSP Certification
Strong critical thinking skills with ability to credibly challenge status quo; significant experience with continuous improvement of application control testing processes and results
Job Expectations:
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
This position offers a hybrid work schedule
Pay Range
Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates. $111,100.00 - $197,500.00 Benefits
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.
Health benefits
401(k) Plan
Paid time off
Disability benefits
Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
Parental leave
Critical caregiving leave
Discounts and savings
Commuter benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Scholarships for dependent children
Adoption reimbursement
Posting End Date: 28 Nov 2024 * Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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