Nana Afua Ireri
Minneapolis
Summary
Results-driven senior compliance auditor with nearly a decade of experience across all three lines of defense. Demonstrated expertise in leading cross-functional teams through the entire audit project lifecycle, from conception to completion. Skilled in identifying vulnerabilities and collaborating effectively with leadership to achieve measurable outcomes, including a significant reduction in software development incidents from 15% to 4%, while consistently meeting quality standards. Committed to enhancing compliance frameworks and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within organizations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Scrum Master–ESG/ Capturis (Payment Automation)
Conservice
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Streamlined project delivery by conducting daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and review meetings for multiple projects simultaneously.
- Managed risk effectively through comprehensive assessment, mitigation strategies, and contingency plans throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensured IT controls were baked into the Software Development Life Cycle, which significantly reduced control deficiencies or bugs in the system from 14% to 5%
- Successfully led the portfolio’s risk management (SOC2 audit readiness) and reporting in collaboration with cyber security partners.
- Reduced time-to-market with efficient backlog management and prioritization of tasks based on business objectives.
Senior Compliance Auditor – Consumer Lending Shared Services (CLSS)
Wells Fargo Bank
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented risk assessment frameworks to identify compliance gaps.
- Led audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes affecting the business landscape, proactively adapting audit strategies as needed.
- Analyzed audit findings and prepared detailed reports for senior management review.
- Strengthened overall corporate governance with comprehensive audit findings and actionable recommendations.
- Performed over 4 compliance audits per month.
Senior Auditor – Compliance Liaison
Sunrise Banks
05.2020 - 11.2021
- Auditor In Chief for consumer banking engagements (financial crimes SARs, AML, BSA, CIP, EDD, KYC, OFAC, Wires and internal fraud) and Human Resources.
- Led audit teams to evaluate financial processes and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Reduced instances of non-compliance by conducting thorough audits and providing clear recommendations for improvement.
- Mentored 100% of all junior auditors, providing guidance on audit methodologies and best practices.
- Prepared comprehensive audit reports for senior management, highlighting key findings and recommendations.
Financial Crimes and Compliance Project Manager
Transmart Realty
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Maintained compliance with industry standards and regulations, conducting regular audits and updates to project practices.
- Implemented risk management processes to identify and mitigate potential issues which resulted in 100% reduction in fraud instances.
- Oversaw implementation of new project management software, facilitating more efficient workflow and better project tracking.
- Reviewed required documents at every stage of operations for compliance and anti-fraud purposes to safeguard reputational and financial integrity.
Personal Banker-Sales (Risk and Compliance Advocate)
Wells Fargo Bank N.A.
05.2016 - 06.2019
- Executed daily banking transactions with precision and efficiency to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Adapted quickly to new banking regulations, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks.
- Maintained compliance with bank policies and regulations while executing various financial transactions for customers.
- Constantly adhered to controls surrounding banking regulations such as Reg B, Reg CC, Reg D, Reg DD, Reg Z, Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) and Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA).
- Mitigated or prevented fraud in every transaction through careful and detailed analysis of customer account and conversations with customers.
- Filed several SAR’s including CTR’s and served as branch point of contact for fraud team during investigations.
Education
Master’s in Business Administration - Project Management Specialization
Saint Mary’s University
Minneapolis, MN12-2019
BA - International Relations and Communications Studies
Minnesota State University
Mankato, MN06-2017
Skills
- Risk identification and mitigation
- Control assessment and testing
- Complex problem-solving
- Agile Project Management
- Strategic audit planning and execution
- Excellent coordination and communication
- Microsoft Office Suite and JIRA
Certification
- ACFE (Certified Fraud Examiner)
- SCRUM.ORG (Professional Scrum Master-1)
Community Service & Volunteer Work
- Board of Director – Twin Cities Certified Fraud Examiners, 2020-12, 2023-06, Collaborate with board members to promote the organization’s mission of fraud detection and deterrence., Organize training and vet speakers for quarterly training on diverse topics on fraud, money laundering, compliance, governance, ethics and risk management., Serve on multiple committees as needed to ensure execution of organizational goals.
- Wells Fargo At Work Advocate, 2018-04, 2019-06, Excelled as community outreach ambassador for Wells Fargo’s sales compliance program by partnering with businesses, non-profits and schools to provide education on retail banking compliance within local community., Educated team members on control assessment and its relevance to retail banking compliance.
Timeline
Senior Scrum Master–ESG/ Capturis (Payment Automation)
Conservice
06.2023 - 01.2025
Senior Compliance Auditor – Consumer Lending Shared Services (CLSS)
Wells Fargo Bank
11.2021 - 06.2023
Senior Auditor – Compliance Liaison
Sunrise Banks
05.2020 - 11.2021
Financial Crimes and Compliance Project Manager
Transmart Realty
07.2019 - 05.2020
Personal Banker-Sales (Risk and Compliance Advocate)
Wells Fargo Bank N.A.
05.2016 - 06.2019
Master’s in Business Administration - Project Management Specialization
Saint Mary’s University
BA - International Relations and Communications Studies
Minnesota State University