Innovation and Analytics Auditor (Chief Operating Office/Shared Services Operations)

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking an Innovation and Analytics Auditor, AVP as part of our Chief Operating Office (COO) / Shared Services Operations (SSO) Audit Innovation & Analytics team. The COO/SSO Audit team provides coverage of shared services operations, payment operations, chief administrative office (third party, business resiliency, corporate properties, corporate security), enterprise complaints and remediation, fraud and claims management, control executive, regulatory & policy affairs, and strategic execution office. This role will also support AIA initiatives including governance, reporting, metrics and other lines of business as needed.

This role will be responsible for supporting audit work through data analytics. The candidate will develop expertise in navigating the extensive production and analytical data environments within Wells Fargo and apply that expertise to provide value-added data analysis solutions. We are looking for a candidate with the proven ability to utilize data analysis methodologies and tools to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the audit process. This includes partnering with internal auditors to identify opportunities to utilize data analysis in evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls on a continuous basis.

In this role, you will:

• Participate in projects, analyses, and application of data analysis in the assessment of risk and controls
• Develop data-driven analytics capabilities to identify anomalies, outliers, emerging trends and operational risks
• Build single use and continuous reporting and/or automation solutions (recurring) in SQL, SAS, or Alteryx that support risk identification and evaluation
• Design data visualizations using Tableau and other tools to support analytical and reporting needs
• Have organizational and execution skills; communicate effectively and ensure that all deliverables are met
• Navigating within large complex technology environments to locate, validate, extract, and format data for data analysis testing
• Be a critical thinker with an innovative mindset, coupled with a track record for creating solutions that are efficient, effective, and essential
• Engage with peers and managers building relationships within Internal Audit and with teams companywide

• 2+ years of Audit, Risk experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

• 2+ years hands-on experience with SQL, SAS and/or Alteryx, including moderate complexity query development, data manipulation, performance optimization, and automation of solutions.
• Proficient in Tableau and Alteryx for data visualization and workflow automation, enabling actionable insights and efficient reporting
• Experience documenting analytic solutions
• Experience with Chief Operating Office/Shared Services Operations is preferred
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of research and analysis
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Knowledge of systems of record, and data warehouses
• A BS/BA degree or higher
• Solid knowledge and understanding of audit or risk methodologies and supporting tools
• Strong understanding of financial regulatory environment
• Experience leading and providing feedback to staff on audit projects or engagements
• Experience with Issue Validation and Remediation
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to obtain or currently hold one or more of the following certifications: SAS Certified Big Data Professional, SAS Certified Data Scientist, Certification of Professional Achievement in Data Sciences, Certified Analytics Professional, CFE, CIA, CISA, CPA, CAMS, or CRCM

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
• This position does not offer VISA sponsorship
• Hybrid work schedule

• 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