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Wells Fargo Independent Testing Specialist - Finance in MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking an Independent Testing Specialist within the Independent Testing & Validation (IT&V) Finance group as part of Corporate Risk. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.
IT&V is responsible for establishing and maintaining a consolidated Enterprise Testing program at the corporate level and teams are responsible for implementing the Enterprise Testing methodology, standards, and executing group specific testing.
The IT&V team is seeking an Independent Testing Specialist to support the IT&V Enterprise Functions (EF) Finance testing and validation team. This role will contribute to a high-performing team of testing and validation professionals with subject matter expertise in a financial institution. Finance functions, including but not limited to financial planning & analysis, cost allocations, stress testing, product control and pricing, international business/regional reporting, Treasury support activities, SEC and regulatory reporting, and internal control frameworks for financial reporting.
In this role, you will:
Participate in less complex development and design of methodologies and standards for review activities companywide in alignment with the risk management framework
Ensure effective and appropriate testing, validation, and documentation of review activities for risk programs, risks, and controls according to standards and other applicable policies within Independent Testing
Support and implement less complex initiatives with low to moderate risk and exercise independent judgment to guide risk reporting, escalation, and resolution
Present recommendations for resolving more complex situations and exercise independent judgment while developing expertise in risk management framework and the risk and control environment
Collaborate and consult with colleagues, internal partners and management
Required Qualifications:
- 2+ years of Independent Testing experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
Public accounting firm experience in business process, regulatory, or compliance audits and/or business process, regulatory, or advisory/consulting service
Exposure to bank financial reporting requirements, such as familiarity with CCAR related processes
Foundational understanding of Finance functions and related supervisory expectations for large financial institutions
Experience using and/or knowledge of key risk and control considerations for key finance applications and tools.
Experience in Audit, Compliance, Risk and Testing
Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to research trends and analyze data.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to drive and lead organizational change, prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment
Strong strategic and conceptual thinking skills
Demonstrated ability to management conflict and provide quick and well-thought through decisions
Demonstrated ability to establish strong working relationship with key partners and senior management
Articulate, poised and comfortable in direct interaction with senior lines of business partners, Compliance, Independent Risk Management, and Internal Audit.
Relevant advanced/post-graduate degree
Job Expectations:
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
This position offers a hybrid work schedule.
Willingness to work on-site at stated location on the job opening.
Posting Locations:
401 S. Tryon Street - Charlotte, NC
600 S. 4th Street - Minneapolis, MN
2801 Market St. - St. Louis, MO
800 S. Jordan Creek Pkwy - West Des Moines, IA
1150 W. Washington Street - Tempe, AZ
250 E. John Carpenter Freeway - Irving, TX
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.
$63,600.00 - $113,000.00
Benefits
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/life-at-wells-fargo/benefits) 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:
24 Mar 2025
* Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
We Value Diversity
At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.
Candidates applying to job openings posted in US: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Applicants with Disabilities
To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/diversity/disability-inclusion/) .
Drug and Alcohol Policy
Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/wells-fargo-drug-and-alcohol-policy) to learn more.
Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:
a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.
b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.
Req Number: R-445358