• About this role:
  
  Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Independent Testing Officer.
• In this role, you will:
  
  Leading execution of moderate to high risk or complex testing activities/engagements in a matrixed environment, and communicates emerging risks to management
• Timely completion of testing engagements in accordance with annual test plan
• Leading and supporting efforts to credibly challenge risks in the end-to-end regulatory reporting processes and effectively evaluate controls to mitigate those risks
• Partnering with business partners to understand the environment and related initiatives to develop appropriate and complementary testing procedures
• Documenting test results and issues identified while also providing and communicating recommendations to management
• Reviewing and interpreting new and revised corporate and IT&V policies and procedures and assess impacts
• Developing clear and concise reporting to be shared with IT&V management and Front Line Units
• Building relationships and collaborating with key stakeholders in the applicable line of business, other second and third line functions, and IT&V functions
• Identifying and implementing efficiencies and process improvements, including automation opportunities pertaining to metrics and reporting
• The successful candidate will be a team player and a self-starter who is accustomed to working in complex organizations, partnering with a diverse group of stakeholders, and achieving results. Candidates with strong experience in Testing and validation in space of Credit Risk, Market Risk, Operational Risk, Model Risk and EUCT governance and testing are encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of Independent Testing experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

• Knowledge and understanding of financial services industry: compliance, risk management, or audit operations
• 4+ years must include direct experience in risk reporting and testing
• A BS/BA degree or higher in one or a combination of the following: Finance, Accounting, Analytics, or Reporting
• Big four public accounting experience
• A Master of Business Administration (MBA) or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
• Technical knowledge in data mapping and data lineage tracing
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and across all organizational levels, where flexibility, collaboration, and adaptability are important
• Specialized knowledge or prior experience in Credit Risk, Market Risk, Operational Risk, Model Risk / EUCT testing or review experience
• Experience reviewing testing strategies and methodologies; evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of policies, procedures, processes, initiatives, products and internal controls; and identifying issues resulting from internal and/or external compliance examinations
• Intermediate Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
• Ability to present results of analyses and recommendations to senior leaders or executives

• Experience supporting Regulatory Exams and Audits
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrated success with influencing business units to identify, formulate and implement processes/procedures to mitigate risk
• Demonstrated negotiation skills, especially with difficult topics when partnering with lines of business and technology. This includes the willingness and ability to question decisions, understand direction and escalate issues, where necessary