Lead Financial Controls Analyst

Wells Fargo

Closes in 4 days

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Work type
On-site
Location
Irving, TXChandler, AZCharlotte, NCMinneapolis, MN
Salary
$119,000–$206,000 / yr
Posted
1 day ago
Closes
Jun 22, 2026 (soon)

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This role $162k
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About Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo & Company is one of the largest banks in the United States, providing banking, investment, mortgage, and consumer and commercial finance products and services nationwide. Industry: Banking & Financial Services

Wells Fargo currently has 91 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Lead Financial Controls Analyst

Wells Fargo is hiring a Lead Financial Controls Analyst for its Enterprise COSO testing team within the Corporate Controllers division, focusing on assessing and implementing Business Process Automated Controls (BPACs) to ensure compliance with SEC and regulatory reporting standards. This senior-level role involves leading IT control assessments, coordinating resources for complex projects, and interfacing with external auditors and regulators. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial controls, SOX/COSO frameworks, and ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, along with certifications such as CISA, CPA, CIA, or CRISC. They must be adept at presenting technical analyses and collaborating across the enterprise to drive continuous improvement in the control environment.

What you'll do

  • Lead planning and execution of IT automated control testing, including alignment and resource coordination.
  • Oversee Test of Design (TOD) and Test of Effectiveness (TOE), ensuring accuracy and alignment to objectives.
  • Provide technical interpretation of system functionality, data flows, and IT dependencies for complex projects.
  • Challenge and refine control scope and testing approach based on changes in systems or risks.
  • Lead initiatives to identify control gaps, process inefficiencies, and opportunities for automation and optimization.
  • Communicate and provide consultation to leadership across the enterprise on control-related matters.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting, Analytics, Reporting, or Business and Technology Audit
  • Proven ability to assess and document financial and regulatory risk and controls
  • Experience with SOX/COSO frameworks and knowledge of regulatory agencies like the Federal Reserve and OCC
  • Strong background in internal controls testing, including BPACs and ITGC
  • Ability to partner effectively with financial and IT audit teams on integrated audits
  • BS/BA degree or higher in Accounting, Information Systems, Finance, or Information Technology
  • Relevant certifications such as CISA, CPA, CIA, or CRISC

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