Senior Independent Testing Specialist - Chief Operating Office Shared Services

$84,000 - $149,400/Yr

Wells Fargo - Saint Louis, MO

Full-time - Mid Level

Saint Louis, MO

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Independent Testing Specialist within the Independent Testing & Validation (IT&V) Chief Operating Office Shared Services as part of Corporate Risk. This role is responsible for executing and leading testing engagements for moderate to high-risk areas, ensuring effective testing, validation, and documentation of review activities for risk programs, risks, and controls according to established standards and policies. The position involves collaboration with business partners to develop testing strategies, conducting process walkthroughs, and presenting recommendations for risk management improvements.

Responsibilities

• Execute or lead testing engagements for moderate to high-risk areas according to IT&V standards.
• Partner with business partners to understand processes and develop testing scope and approach.
• Evaluate processes and controls to ensure risks are mitigated and root causes are addressed.
• Lead process walkthroughs and document narratives for review.
• Complete assigned testing activities and assess findings, escalating issues as necessary.
• Present recommendations for resolving complex situations and develop expertise in risk management.
• Follow through on reporting and resolution of open testing items.
• Communicate emerging risks to management within Independent Testing.
• Contribute to large scale planning related to Independent Testing deliverables.
• Collaborate with colleagues and internal partners regarding risk management.

Requirements

• 4+ years of Independent Testing experience or equivalent work experience, training, military experience, or education.
• Experience in the financial services industry, particularly in compliance, risk management, or internal audit.
• Experience at a Big Four or regional public accounting firm with knowledge of general and IT controls.
• Strong testing/audit background, including workpaper documentation and leading walkthroughs.
• Ability to research, trend, and analyze data for testing strategies.
• Experience with technology and data control testing.
• Knowledge of Technology and Information Security Frameworks and standards (COBIT, COSO, FFIEC, NIST, ISO).
• Ability to lead complex projects and balance priorities.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience developing and reviewing testing strategies and methodologies.
• Demonstrated success in influencing business units to implement risk mitigation processes.
• Strong negotiation skills, especially with difficult topics.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid time off
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
• Parental leave
• Critical caregiving leave
• Discounts and savings
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Scholarships for dependent children
• Adoption reimbursement