Wells Fargo

Lead Finance Analyst - WIM Finance

Wells Fargo$95K — $115K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of finance experience or equivalent through work, training, military experience, or education.
  • MBA, CFA, or other advanced degree preferred.
  • Background in Financial Planning & Analysis or analytical business environments.
  • Experience creating executive-level reports and presentations for senior leaders.
  • Experience with competitor intelligence and market analysis to inform strategy.
  • Advanced technical skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, and AI tools like Copilot.
  • Ability to transform complex data into clear insights and recommendations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead financial research and analysis initiatives.
  • Provide expertise on complex financial forecasting and economic analysis.
  • Recommend strategies for financial planning and reporting enhancements.
  • Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis reporting.
  • Analyze complex financial challenges considering multiple factors.
  • Ensure efficient reporting delivery in compliance with standards.
  • Collaborate with peers and management to resolve issues and achieve goals.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility.
  • Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
  • Engagement with executive-level strategic decision-making.
Full Job Description

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst who will be a critical member of the Wealth and Investment Management Consolidation team supporting executive level reporting to WIM’s CEO/CFO and other key operating committee members within the Finance organization. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at . The WIM Finance Consolidation (Planning & Analytics) team delivers insightful financial reporting, competitor intelligence, and strategic analysis to support executive decision-making, business planning, external reporting, and supports long-term value creation across WIM.


In this role, you will:

  • Lead complex initiatives on matters related to financial research, analysis, and reporting.

  • Make decisions in multi-faceted situations, providing advice and technical expertise on matters related to complex financial analysis and forecasting as well as economic research in support of management decision making functions.

  • Research strategies and make recommendations for forward financial planning as well as enhancing reporting systems to support the production of financial reporting and analysis.

  • Provide support to more experienced professionals in the management of budgeting analysis, forecasting analysis, variance analysis, variance commentary, reporting and reviews, and presentation and project preparation.

  • Review and analyze complex technical challenges that require evaluation or multiple factors including intangibles or unprecedented factors.

  • Make decisions in maintaining effective and efficient reporting delivery that meets brand standards and internal control standards.

  • Meet deliverables and drive new initiatives with solid understanding of policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.

  • Strategically collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and mid-level managers to resolve issues and achieve goals.


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:

  • MBA, CFA, or other advanced degree preferred.

  • Background in Financial Planning & Analysis, corporate finance, consulting, investment banking, wealth management, or other highly analytical business environments.

  • Experience developing executive-level reporting, presentations, and insights for senior leaders, including CFO, CEO, and Operating Committee audiences.

  • Experience conducting competitor intelligence, market analysis, benchmarking, and industry trend assessments to support strategic decision-making.

  • Advanced technical skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, and AI-enabled productivity tools, including Copilot and other generative AI applications.

  • Proven ability to synthesize large, complex datasets into clear, actionable insights and strategic recommendations.


Job Expectations:

  • Willingness to work on-site at stated location on the job opening.

  • This position offers a hybrid work schedule.

  • This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Posting Locations:

550 S. Tryon Charlotte, NC

114 N Beaumont St. Saint Louis, MO

Posting End Date:

14 Sep 2026

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

About Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo Careers

Joining Wells Fargo means becoming part of a distinguished financial institution that has been a cornerstone of innovation and leadership in the banking industry. At Wells Fargo, we offer a plethora of job opportunities designed to empower your career growth and development in a diverse and inclusive environment.

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246,577 employees
Market Cap
$155.2 billion
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Net Income
$3.3 billion
Founded
1852
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