Wes Christensen
Vice President, Audit Director @Fifth Third Bank
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WORK HISTORY
Vice President, Audit Director @Fifth Third Bank
Develop and provide executive oversight of integrated risk-based audit plans across IT, IS, and Commercial Payments lines of business to ensure cohesive and complete audit coverage while adhering to established resource and financial budgets.• Drive the execution of quarterly audits, special projects, and targeted testing to address the design and operation of IT internal controls and processes across systems, infrastructure, and applications. • Establish the strategic initiatives and direction of the Audit department, identifying areas for innovation and continuous improvement to align with enterprise objectives, risks, growth, and modernization.• Prepare and present audit conclusions, deficiencies, and remediation efforts to management, senior executives, organizational risk and compliance committees, regulatory and external agencies, and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.• Establish, promote, and maintain trusted relationships within the organization through consistent communication and effective collaboration with management across all business lines and the three lines of defense.• Cultivate and foster a dedicated and inclusive teaming environment through resilient leadership, effective feedback and coaching, strategic development, and increased retention of talent.• Actively participate in governance and steering committees for line of business, risk, and significant projects and initiatives, providing credible challenge on emerging technologies, regulatory developments, and industry best practices.
EDUCATION
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting
University of Kentucky
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Accounting and Finance
SKILLS
ABOUT WES CHRISTENSEN
As Vice President and Audit Director at Fifth Third Bank, I lead the development and oversight of integrated, risk-based audit plans across IT, IS, and Commercial Payments. With over 15 years of experience in IT audit and risk management, my focus is on strengthening internal controls, systems, and processes while aligning audit practices with organizational objectives and modernization efforts. My professional certifications, including CISA and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, underpin my ability to drive effective solutions. Previously, I contributed to large-scale risk and consulting initiatives at EY, managing global engagement teams and addressing challenges in SOX Compliance, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and third-party risks. I am passionate about fostering innovation, improving processes, and delivering actionable insights that empower organizational resilience and growth.
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