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About this role:

The Wells Fargo International Controllers Group based in London has a new opportunity for an experienced Business Analyst to join the team on a fixed term basis for six months.

The Wells Fargo International Controllers Group is responsible for regulatory, financial and management reporting requirements in the region. The team also provides local support for varied financial services business lines as well as the Regional CFO/ management team.

In this role, you will:

• Act as a lead Consultant for financial accounting related matters for lines of business and other control functions

• Apply a broad and deep functional expertise on accounting in order to influence and provide direction to Management on highly sensitive situations or negotiations

• Provide technical expertise regarding accounting issues, regulatory information and research

• Provide technical assistance on major transactions and product development

• Provide data for preparing and reviewing financial and regulatory reports

• Communicate practices and procedures for proper financial control functions in accordance with the company's internal controls policies

• Articulate the impact of policy changes to management within business group or organization

• Apply extensive specialized knowledge and act as an internal consultant or final authority in area of expertise

• Provide technical interpretation on matters and a key change agent in building and adopting best practices within the functional area

• Lead implementation of the most complex projects or initiatives impacting multiple lines of business or across the enterprise

• Identify compliance and risk management requirements for supported area and works with other stakeholders to implement key risk initiatives

• Provide strategic consultation to leadership

• Interface with external agencies, regulatory bodies or industry forums

• Provide work guidance or mentorship to other peers.

Required Qualifications:

• University degree preferred in business, finance or accounting

• Experience managing change activity within financial services organization – Finance/ Regulatory experience preferred

• Clear understanding of change management discipline and ability to collaborate with external and internal stakeholders across global regions

• Strong project management skills

• Strong communication skills (verbal/ written), with the ability to present concisely and accurately to senior audiences

• A self-starter with excellent time and project management skills that can identify, plan, prioritize and deliver various workstreams against deadlines

• Strong technical background and proficiency with systems and spreadsheet skills including various Microsoft products like Word, Excel, Access, Visio etc.

• Proven ability to work independently and to identify and resolve issues by exercising professional judgement.

Desired Qualifications:

• Proven track record in building out Change Management. Frameworks and Operating Models

• Intuitive; fast learner with good problem-solving skills

• Clear understanding of internal and external expectations in respect of controls and governance

• Experience with iterative delivery/ Agile.

Job Expectations:

• Wells Fargo operates a Hybrid working model combining office and home working. The requirement is a minimum of 3 days in the office.

Posting End Date:

27 Nov 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.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/diversity/disability-inclusion/) .

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/wells-fargo-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.

Req Number: R-418022