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Finance Data Domain Leader for Data Quality & Defect Management

AT Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo

Finance Data Domain Leader for Data Quality & Defect Management

Clive, IA

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking an experienced senior leader in the Finance Data Domain Management team to lead the execution and governance of Finance's data quality and defect management deliverables required to meet the enterprise Data Management Policy and Procedures and effectively manage data risk in Finance. The Data Management Policy and Procedures support Wells Fargo's management of data as strategic assets by establishing the companywide data management and governance process to confirm data is accurate, complete, timely, and adaptable to support operational and strategic business needs.

You will work with executives as well as RAU, Use Case (report and model) and data source owners across Finance to establish both Use Case data quality requirements and Data Source data quality controls. You will serve as the Finance lead for defect management and support policy-compliant defect identification and remediation processes. You will lead process improvement, tooling, and automation efforts on these deliverables to ensure policy compliance is supported by optimized processes and tooling. Establishing and maintaining a robust user training and support model will be a key accountability.

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In this role, you will:

• Lead and develop teams of individual contributors and managers with a culture of talent development and high performance to deliver strong data risk management, automation and efficient data governance processes.

• Manage allocation of resources to ensure commitments are met and align with strategic objectives

• Execute Finance data domain's Data Quality and Defect Management governance controls ensuring appropriate management of data risk and adherence to Data Management Policy and Procedures

• Develop Data Quality and Defect Management control effectiveness metrics for Finance RAUs, use cases and data sources

• Develop stakeholder, executive and Finance Data Council reporting on Data Quality implementation plans and Defect remediation schedules and controls

• Support exams, audits, RCSA refresh, and other internal reviews of Finance domain Data Quality and Defect Management processes and controls

• Implement user training and support model for Finance Data Quality and Defect Management deliverables to be compliant with Data Management Policy and Procedures.

• Drive process improvement and automation on Finance domain's Data Quality and Defect Management processes

• Serve as Finance lead for ADMF (DMI's enterprise data management SOR) data and reporting requirements for Data Quality and Defect Management capabilities; including DMI and Finance assessment/selection of Data Quality strategic tools.

• Develop risk-mitigating and policy-compliant requirements for Data Quality and Defect Management artifact solutions developed for and used by Finance

• Represent the Finance domain in meeting peer-domain Data Quality requirements and Defect remediation commitments

Required Qualifications:

• 6+ years of Data Management, Business Research, Analytics, or Project Management experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

• 3+ years of Management experience

Desired Qualifications:

• Data management or risk management experience

• Data quality or defect management experience

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills combined with strategic business focus

• Excellent communication skills, with proven ability to present complex financial, risk management and policy topics tailored to audiences of varying seniority and functions in order to create understanding and influence decisions

Job Expectations:
  • Work in one of the locations listed/hybrid
Posting End Date:
19 Dec 2024
*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.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo .

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our 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.

Client-provided location(s): West Des Moines, IA, USA
Job ID: WellsFargo-R-402643-3
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Return-to-Work Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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