Internal Controls And Risk Analyst

Overview

• Drive critical internal controls and risk management initiatives within a dynamic hybrid work environment, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
• Develop and maintain audit-ready documentation, including process narratives, flowcharts, and Risk and Control Matrices (RACMs).
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify risks, design controls, and enhance business processes.
• Provide expertise in Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR).
• Contribute to internal audit activities, including planning, testing, and reporting, using a risk-based approach.
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen control environments and mitigate risks effectively.
• Work collaboratively in a hybrid setting, leveraging advanced technology and communication tools.
• Support organizational goals by ensuring robust risk management practices and compliance frameworks.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Document business processes, risks, and controls across compliance, financial, and operational domains comprehensively.
• Draft, update, and maintain structured controls documentation, ensuring accuracy and audit readiness.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather insights and create actionable risk management plans.
• Conduct control assessments and design evaluations to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Support Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) and track remediation activities effectively.
• Develop and maintain risk indicators, registers, and issue logs to monitor control environments.
• Assist in planning, executing, and reporting on internal audit engagements with actionable recommendations.
• Provide expert guidance to enhance compliance and operational efficiency across the organization.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in a relevant field is required.
• 5-8 years of experience in internal controls, audit, SOX, or risk management.
• Proficiency in creating and maintaining controls documentation, including RACMs and narratives.
• Strong understanding of internal control principles and evidence requirements.
• Experience conducting RCSAs and evaluating control designs effectively.
• Expertise in SOX compliance and financial reporting controls is essential.
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Project management experience supporting complex initiatives is advantageous.