About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Finance Analyst to join the Branch Banking FP&A team within Consumer and Small Business Banking (CSBB). This role will report to the Finance Sr. Manager and lead a workstream within the FP&A team responsible for month-end close and financial reporting, business review material preparation, and key risk and compliance control processes. This position requires strong communication and financial technical skills with ability to analyze data developing business insights, metrics and/or reporting that drives strategic decision making.
In this role, you will:
- Lead the month-end close cycle and financial reporting deliverables for Branch Banking.
- Lead the preparation of business review materials for Branch Banking and CSBB senior leadership.
- Perform RCSA to proactively identify, assess, and monitor our processes, risks, and controls to help reduce the risk of adverse events and issues.
- Drive adoption of new technology and reporting capabilities within the FP&A team.
- Lead complex initiatives on matters related to research and improving process efficiencies.
- Provide compliance expertise and potential solutions to identified gaps and associated risks as applicable.
- Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals.
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- 5+ years of Finance experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education.
- Ability to synthesize complex findings and communicate results to Finance leaders.
- Strong analytical skills and critical thinking skills with intellectual curiosity with attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and handle competing priorities under pressure.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Experienced in SharePoint design and maintenance and PowerBI.
- Ability to work and influence successfully within a matrix environment and build effective business partnerships with all levels of team members.
- Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) skills
- Large Financial Institution experience OR Big 4
- FPA experience
- A BS/BA degree or higher in one or a combination of the following: Finance, Accounting, Analytics, or Reporting.
22 Dec 2024
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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