Risk Analytics Consultant - Capital Markets Accounting Operations

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Minneapolis, MN, USA
Hybrid
77K-133K Annually
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Fintech • Financial Services
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The Role
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Risk Analytics Consultant to join the Capital Markets Accounting Operations group (CMAO) in the Controllers Division of Corporate Finance, which is responsible for the settlement, clearing, custody, accounting and regulatory reporting for securities within the available-for-sale and held-to-maturity investment portfolios, as well as the Wells Fargo funding products (debt). CMAO is responsible for the maintenance, control and data integrity of the related accounting systems of record. This Risk Analytics Consultant role is a member of the CMAO Systems Team. This team is responsible for executing projects to improve the effectiveness of the finance systems used within CMAO. Projects may include legacy platform replacements, new product development, and technology upgrades. The Risk Analytics Consultant is expected to understand and act upon the system workflows and business processes to support such initiatives.
In this role, you will:
  • Participate in less complex analysis and modeling initiatives, and identify opportunities for process, production, data reconciliation, and model documentation improvements within Risk Management
  • Review and analyze programming models to extract data, and manipulate databases to provide statistical and financial modeling, and exercise independent judgment to guide new and existing projects with medium risk deliverables
  • Produce monthly, quarterly, and/or annual reports for management, or to support internal or external Audit requests
  • Present recommendations for resolving data reconciliation, production, and database issues
  • Exercise independent judgment while developing expertise in policy compliance, governance and oversight, risk management, project management, and regulatory requests
  • Collaborate and consult with peers, managers, executive management, compliance teams, and business partners in other lines of business
  • Participate and/or lead the business-side efforts in issue management, new product development or other software application development work
  • Assist senior CMAO consultants in project coordination and related tasks to support CMAO project initiatives
  • Support and/or lead the adherence to enterprise Data Management and SDLC policies
  • Draft and maintain project-related documents (i.e. user stories) for application initiatives, including upgrades, patches, new functionality, change in accounting guidance
  • Actively participate in unit, functional, system integration, and user-acceptance testing project phases
  • Support production functions as back-up when necessary
Required Qualifications:
  • 2+ years of Risk Analytics experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) or higher in one or a combination of the following: Finance, Accounting, Economics, Analytics, or Reporting
  • Knowledge of Capital Markets products
  • Knowledge of SWIFT payment workflows and securities settlement processes
  • Experience with Agile processes, particularly as a Product Owner for Scrum and Kanban Teams
  • Work independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and across all organizational levels, where flexibility, collaboration, and adaptability are important
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint), advanced Excel skills are preferred; data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau), and emerging AI technologies
Job Expectations:
  • This position offers a hybrid work schedule from one of our Charlotte, NC, Minneapolis, MN or Irving, TX locations.
  • Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
  • This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
Pay Range
Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.
$77,000.00 - $133,000.00
Benefits
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.
  • 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
Posting End Date:
28 Jun 2026
* Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
We Value Equal Opportunity
Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. 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.
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.
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.
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Skills Required

  • 2+ years of Risk Analytics experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Analytics, or Reporting
  • Knowledge of Capital Markets products
  • Knowledge of SWIFT payment workflows and securities settlement processes
  • Experience with Agile processes, particularly as a Product Owner for Scrum and Kanban teams
  • High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau)
  • Familiarity with emerging AI technologies
  • Experience supporting SDLC and enterprise Data Management policies
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, work independently and in teams

Wells Fargo Compensation & Benefits Highlights

How does Wells Fargo ensure its pay and bonus plans are competitive?

Wells Fargo ensures its pay and bonus plans remain competitive through a structured, performance-driven compensation philosophy combined with regular market benchmarking. The company’s approach is centered on “pay for performance,” meaning compensation is directly linked to individual contributions, business results, and overall company performance. This includes evaluating how employees meet regulatory expectations, manage risk responsibly, and contribute to long-term value creation.

To maintain market competitiveness, Wells Fargo conducts global compensation reviews using third-party consultants. These reviews assess both base salary and total compensation across the organization, factoring in role, level, tenure, and geographic differences. The company also evaluates pay equity and has reported no significant unexplained pay gaps following its most recent review. This process ensures that compensation remains aligned with industry standards while reinforcing fairness and transparency.

Bonuses and incentives are designed to reward strong performance and support retention of top talent. Compensation programs are structured not only to motivate employees but also to promote prudent risk management and discourage excessive risk-taking—an important consideration in financial services. In addition to performance-based pay, employees benefit from a comprehensive rewards package that includes a 401(k) match (up to 6%), stock purchase opportunities, and other financial wellness resources.

Together, these practices create a compensation framework that balances competitiveness, fairness, and long-term sustainability—helping Wells Fargo attract, retain, and reward talent across its global workforce.

Employee Perspective

“Wells Fargo has given me the opportunity to pursue my master’s degree. With the tuition reimbursement and the support of my managers, I’ve been able to gain some really valuable skills.”

— Destinee Richey, Business Intelligence Consultant

At-a-Glance

  • Compensation philosophy: Pay for performance tied to individual, business, and company outcomes
  • Market alignment: Global benchmarking with third-party consultants; no significant unexplained pay gaps
  • Bonus structure: Performance-based incentives aligned with results and risk management
  • Total rewards: 401(k) match up to 6%, stock purchase plan, financial wellness resources

 

External Signals

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Employees give the company high marks for its benefits package, giving it an ‘A-’ rating and a 73% satisfaction score on external review sites (Comparably).
  • LinkedIn Top Companies 2025: #3 overall, #1 in financial services
  • Disability Equality Index: 100% score (multiple years)
  • CAREERS & the disABLED Top Employers 2024: #3 ranking
  • Military Friendly Employer (2025): Top 10 Gold Seal

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Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a leading financial services company that has approximately $2.1 trillion in assets. We provide a diversified set of banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through our four reportable operating segments: Consumer Banking and Lending, Commercial Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, and Wealth & Investment Management. Wells Fargo ranked No. 33 on Fortune’s 2025 rankings of America’s largest corporations. Our technology professionals drive innovation, information security, and big data analytics while maintaining a network that handles more than 12 billion customer interactions a year. Join us! Are you looking for more? Find it here. At Wells Fargo, we're more than a financial services leader – we’re a global trailblazer committed to driving innovation, empowering communities, and helping our customers succeed. We believe that a meaningful career is much more than just a job – it’s about finding all of the elements to help you thrive, in one place. Living the Well Life means you’re supported in life, not just work. It means having robust benefits, competitive compensation, and programs designed to help you find work-life balance and well-being. You’ll be rewarded for investing in your community, celebrated for being your authentic self, and empowered to grow. And we’re recognized for it – Wells Fargo once again ranked in the top three – making us the #1 financial services employer – on the 2025 LinkedIn Top Companies list of best workplaces “to grow your career” in the U.S. 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. © 2026 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. All rights reserved. Member FDIC.

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