Lead Finance Analyst

About this role

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Finance Analyst to support the Finance, Legal and Audit Group within COO/Corporate Functions Finance. You will be responsible for strategic partnership with finance Leaders to interpret and advise on all financial analysis and reporting of key financial metrics related to business performance, including operating and strategic reviews.

The successful candidate will be expected to understand the overarching strategic direction while working closely with our partners on budget, forecast, month-end close, etc. Ensuring business drivers are accurately reflected in the financial forecasts. Promote and drive objectives of the Finance organization. Identify opportunities to improve methodologies and processes and delivering financial analysis in support of management decision-making for Finance leadership. Providing the complex financial analysis in support of management decision-making for the Finance Organization. This position will also be responsible for financial relationship partnering with the Finance business line.

In this role, you will:

• Conduct thorough research on financial strategies and provide actionable recommendations based on findings.

• Analyze and report on the financial impact of proposed strategic initiatives.

• Synthesize accurate information from financial data and summarize critical points in a clear, presentation-ready format.

• Collaborate with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve complex financial issues.

• Develop and evaluate solutions across a wide range of financial challenges.

Required Qualifications:

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

Desired Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in forecasting, accounting, analytics within banking/financial services industry.

• Prior experience consulting, influencing, and partnering with business executives

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

• Proficiency in reporting databases, Microsoft Office (especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Tableau), and Essbase.

• Strong presentation skills

• Operate effectively in a complex, matrixed environment.

• Assess stakeholder needs and build effective relationships.

Job Expectations:

• This position offers a hybrid work schedule

• Required to work in the listed locations

• Position is not Visa eligible

• Position does not offer relocation assistance.

Posting End Date:

3 Oct 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 .

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.

Company: WELLS FARGO BANK

Req Number: R-388915-1

Updated: Fri Sep 27 04:25:24 UTC 2024

Location: CHARLOTTE,North Carolina