Audit Leader Job in West Des Moines, Iowa US
Audit Leader
Leads execution of the integrated audit process (primarily as in-charge) and may participate in audits (generally to provide subject matter knowledge/skills), in accordance with WFAS policy. Identifies and assesses key risks and controls and develops effective test plans for engagements as assigned with limited guidance. Exhibits appropriate judgment regarding issue notification, issues draft findings to client management, and drafts final audit reports for review by the Engagement Supervisor or Senior Audit Manager. Demonstrates depth and breadth of knowledge/understanding (technology, operational, financial, and regulatory) across multiple businesses and/or develops knowledge in a critical subject matter area. Leads audit projects that are generally moderate to large in size and moderate to high in complexity. Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the financial, operational, technical, and regulatory environment across multiple businesses and/or develops strong subject matter knowledge in critical areas of the business. Able to evaluate and provide appropriate solutions for complex problems. Demonstrates professional skepticism. Presents audit results in an objective and unbiased manner. Writes opinions reflecting relevant facts that lead to logical conclusions. Escalates significant risks and loss exposures to appropriate levels of management. Leads Accounting, Financial Reporting, Human Resources, Corporate Staff Groups, or other Finance support integrated audit engagements. Design and execute audit test steps, identify control weaknesses and make control improvement recommendations to management. Demonstrate professional skepticism while performing major components of audits within Wells Fargo business activities; execute and document work in accordance with Wells Fargo Audit Security (WFAS) policy. Consistently demonstrate the ability to go above and beyond expectations, driving for superior results and quality. Maintain a "no surprises" environment with business partners as well as with peers and WFAS management by fostering an environment of open communication. Display a sense of urgency while focusing on issues that truly make a difference. Inform WFAS management of situational issues that might compromise objectivity and/or independence. Identify and develop ways to improve existing audit practices. Must be able to work in a virtual team environment where other team members, team management and business partners are not always local. Basic Qualifications: 4+ years audit experience. Minimum Qualifications: 4+ years audit or relevant experience CPA/CIA or working towards CPA or CIA Well-developed organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple and sometimes competing priorities. Well-developed analytical, problem solving, organization and time management skills. Travel is up to 20%. Recent lead experience in audit of either Accounting or Financial Reporting processes or Human Resources processes or recent lead experience in Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) program execution. Demonstrated recent career progression in either audit or SOX. Preferred Skills: Bachelors degree in Accounting / Finance Big 4 audit experience Other public accounting experience Financial Services experience Accounting/Financial Reporting and/or SOX experience