Senior Analyst - Control Management

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How will you make an impact in this role?

The objective of the Finance Control Management Operational Risk (OR) Advisory team is to provide specialized and strategic risk advisory specific to Finance areas. Finance is looking for a Sr. Analyst of Operational Risk (OR) Advisory focused on ensuring control management is embedded in the day-to-day operations of our organization. It will involve extensive collaboration with multiple partners across numerous business units, functional areas, and geographies.  

The Sr. Analyst – Risk Advisory will: 

• Provide risk advisory specific to Finance large-scale initiatives 
• Lead strategic projects to uplift the Finance control environment 
• Compile best practices and learnings from historical initiatives, and leverage to support risk identification 
• Ensure appropriate control design to the evolving Finance Tech environment (Falcon, Cloud, Oracle, Gen AI) 
• Coordinate with Finance process owners to embed ORM considerations into financial processes 
• Collaborate across FLT teams for input on areas of risk  

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in operational risk management (e.g., within Risk and/or Internal Audit function) and understanding critical operational risk management lifecycle activities 
• Strong project management, communication, and interpersonal skills 
• Experience in process governance, establishing and overseeing robust decision-making processes that align with policies, regulatory frameworks, and/or operational standards 
• Proficient analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to analyze data, identify trends, and evaluate risk scenarios effectively  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Business, Risk Mgmt., or related field; advanced degrees (e.g., MBA, MSc) or certifications are advantageous 
• Experience in at least one of the following: 
  • Supporting identification of operational risks throughout business processes and systems
  • Supporting Project Management activities to understand E2E processes with a risk and controls mindset
  • Supporting the needs of Finance leaders to ensure sufficient understanding of Operational Risk Management and controls 
  • Supporting compiling and sharing best practices and learnings from historical product launches and change management initiatives 
  • Managing day-to-day activities for coordination with process teams to embed operational risk considerations  
  • Supporting facilitation of operational risk awareness and education within product and service teams to enhance their ability to manage risks effectively 
  • Experience in financial services industry  
   

Salary Range: $55,000.00 to $105,000.00 annually + bonus + benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we’ll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:

• Competitive base salaries 
• Bonus incentives 
• 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan 
• Free financial coaching and financial well-being support 
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits 
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need 
• 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy 
• Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location) 
• Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program 
• Career development and training opportunities

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