Wells Fargo & Company

Senior Auditor - Financial Crimes Audit


Pay$100800.00 - $179200.00 / year
LocationWest Des Moines/Iowa
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: R-362541

      About this role:

      Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Auditor on the Financial Crimes Audit Team. The Financial Crimes Audit Team (FiCAT) provides horizontal audit coverage of financial crimes risk across Wells Fargo lines of business. FiCAT oversees, manages, and executes BSA/AML/OFAC related audits across Wells Fargo lines of business, and evaluates the system of internal controls and processes related to financial crimes. FiCAT is responsible for testing governance and coordinating first line audit coverage of Anti-Bribery and Corruption regulations. Learn more about our career areas and business divisions at wellsfargojobs.com.


      In this role, you will:

      • Perform audit testing components of assigned audits within multiple segments of the Audit Plan
      • Plan and execute independent audit testing and ensure that they are timely and accurate
      • Identify and assess key risks and controls
      • Execute and document work in accordance with Internal Audit policy
      • Identify and develop compensating controls that mitigate audit findings and make recommendations to management
      • Inform manager of situational issues that might compromise objectivity or independence
      • Design and execute tests to verify control effectiveness
      • Document work papers according to the standards of the Internal Audit policy and guidance
      • Demonstrate professional skepticism while performing major components of audits
      • Lead smaller scale audits or projects
      • Develop ways to improve existing audit practices
      • Develop effective test plans for engagements as assigned with limited guidance
      • Participate in projects as directed
      • Develop business partnerships within Internal Audit and with teams companywide through professional communication and clear audit deliverables


      Required Qualifications, US:

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


      Desired Qualifications:

      • Experience at a financial institution or accounting firm
      • A BS/BA degree or higher
      • Solid knowledge and understanding of audit or risk methodologies and supporting tools
      • Certification in one or more of the following: CPA, CAMS, CRCM, CIA, CISA or Commissioned Bank Examiner designation
      • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
      • Experience in Bank Secrecy Act and Anti-Money Laundering (BSA/AML), International, Sanctions regulations and/or financial crimes risk.

      Job Expectations:

      • Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
      • This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

      New York City - Pay range: 100,800.00 - 179,200.00 USD Annually

      Pay Range

      Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

      $84,000.00 - $179,200.00

      Benefits

      Wells Fargo provides all eligible full- and part-time employees with a comprehensive set of benefits designed to protect their physical and financial health and to help them make the most of their financial future. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Careers for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

      • 401(k) Plan
      • Paid Time Off
      • Parental Leave
      • Critical Caregiving Leave
      • Discounts and Savings
      • Health Benefits
      • Commuter Benefits
      • Tuition Reimbursement
      • Scholarships for dependent children
      • Adoption Reimbursement

      Posting End Date:

      25 Jul 2024

      *Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

      We Value Diversity

      At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

      Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

      Candidates applying to job openings posted in US: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

      Applicants with Disabilities

      To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo .

      Drug and Alcohol Policy

      Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

      Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

      a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

      b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.

  • About the company

      Wells Fargo & Company is an American multinational financial services company with corporate headquarters in San Francisco.