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About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking an Independent Testing Specialist. In this role, you will: Participate in less complex development and design of methodologies and standards for review activities companywide in alignment with the risk management framework Ensure effective and appropriate testing, validation, and documentation of review activities for risk programs, risks, and controls according to standards and other applicable policies within Independent Testing Support and implement less complex initiatives with low to moderate risk and exercise independent judgment to guide risk reporting, escalation, and resolution Present recommendations for resolving more complex situations and exercise independent judgment while developing expertise in risk management framework and the risk and control environment Collaborate and consult with colleagues, internal partners and management Required Qualifications: 2+ years of Independent Testing experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education Desired Qualifications: University degree in Business or related discipline 2+ years of relevant experience in risk management (includes compliance, operational risk, issue identification and validation, internal audit, business process management) 2+ years direct experience Audit, Risk and Control Testing Knowledge and understanding of financial services industry: compliance, risk management, or audit operations Knowledge and understanding of regulatory agencies: Federal Reserve and OCC 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 Experience testing policy, procedures, control, and business process testing Experience creating, executing, and documenting compliance, control, and business process testing Intermediate Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) Ability to take on a high level of responsibility, initiative, and accountability Other Desired Skills: Minimum two years at Big Four/super regional public accounting firm with experience in business process, regulatory, and/or business process, regulatory, advisory/consulting service. Experience supporting SOX/SOC, Regulatory Exams (Domestic and Intl), Audits, or other control related assessments. Strong critical thinking skills with ability to credibly challenge status quo. Strong organization and prioritization skills. Strong relationship management skills: ability to negotiate difficult positions without harming relationships Strong team player and ability to work with minimum guidance Job Expectations: Lead or participate in moderate to high risk or complex review activities in a matrixed environment and communicate emerging risks to management within Independent Testing Contribute to large scale planning related to Independent Testing deliverables Review and research moderately complex potential corrective actions, and follow through on reporting, escalation, and resolution
