Lead Independent Testing Officer - Internal Audit , Control Testing

Job Description

As a Lead Independent Testing Officer at Wells Fargo, you will be a key member of the IT&V Chief Operating Office testing team within the Independent Testing & Validation (IT&V) group. Your role will involve leading or participating in moderate to high-risk review activities, communicating emerging risks to management, and contributing to large-scale planning related to Independent Testing deliverables. You will ensure effective testing, validation, and documentation of review activities for risk programs and controls, resolving complex issues, and collaborating with colleagues and internal partners on risk management.Key Responsibilities:- Lead or participate in moderate to high-risk review activities and communicate emerging risks to management- Contribute to large-scale planning related to Independent Testing deliverables- Review and research potential corrective actions, and ensure effective testing, validation, and documentation of review activities- Resolve complex issues and lead the team to meet Independent Testing deliverables- Collaborate and consult with colleagues, internal partners, and management on risk managementQualifications Required:- 5 years of Independent Testing experience or equivalent- Strong experience in risk management, including control testing, compliance, financial crimes, and operational risk- Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools- Experience in creating, executing, and documenting compliance, control, and business process testing- Strong oral and written communication skills- Knowledge of financial services industry and regulatory compliance- Ability to analyze data, critical thinking, and attention to detail- Certification in Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), MBA Finance/PGDBA, or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)In this role, you will play a crucial part in shaping and implementing the Enterprise Testing methodology and standards, driving new initiatives, and mitigating risks effectively. Your experience in risk management and testing strategies will be instrumental in ensuring the success of Independent Testing activities at Wells Fargo. As a Lead Independent Testing Officer at Wells Fargo, you will be a key member of the IT&V Chief Operating Office testing team within the Independent Testing & Validation (IT&V) group. Your role will involve leading or participating in moderate to high-risk review activities, communicating emerging risks to management, and contributing to large-scale planning related to Independent Testing deliverables. You will ensure effective testing, validation, and documentation of review activities for risk programs and controls, resolving complex issues, and collaborating with colleagues and internal partners on risk management.Key Responsibilities:- Lead or participate in moderate to high-risk review activities and communicate emerging risks to management- Contribute to large-scale planning related to Independent Testing deliverables- Review and research potential corrective actions, and ensure effective testing, validation, and documentation of review activities- Resolve complex issues and lead the team to meet Independent Testing deliverables- Collaborate and consult with colleagues, internal partners, and management on risk managementQualifications Required:- 5 years of Independent Testing experience or equivalent- Strong experience in risk management, including control testing, compliance, financial crimes, and operational risk- Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools- Experience in creating, executing, and documenting compliance, control, and business process testing- Strong oral and written communication skills- Knowledge of financial services industry and regulatory compliance- Ability to analyze data, critical thinking, and attention to detail- Certification in Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), MBA Finance/PGDBA, or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)In this role, you will play a crucial part in shaping and implementing the Enterprise Testing methodology and standards, driving new initiatives, and mitigating risks effectively. Your experience in risk management and testing strategies will be instrumental in ensuring the success of Independent Testing activities at Wells Fargo.

Keyskills :
risk managementMicrosoft Officecomplianceoperational riskinternal auditbusiness process managementanalyticsTableauSASPower BIfinancial crimesregulatory compliance testingChartered Accountant CACertified Public Accountant CPACertified Interna