Financial Analyst

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced risk management professional to join the First Line Risk Management team at the B30 Analyst level.

The role will be responsible for supporting and driving key risk management activities, including audit coordination, control testing, risk and control assessments, issue management, and ongoing risk governance.

The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of operational risk management, internal controls, audit processes, and regulatory compliance, with demonstrated experience in working with cross-functional stakeholders to strengthen the organization's control environment.

Education

- MBA in Finance, Risk Management, or a related discipline; or
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA).

Professional Experience

- Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in operational risk management, first line risk management, internal controls, audit coordination, or control testing.
- Experience in banking, financial services, credit cards, or other financial institutions is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience managing audit engagements, control assessments, issue remediation, and risk governance activities.
- Working knowledge of operational risk frameworks, RCSA methodologies, control testing principles, and the Three Lines Model.
- Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders and managing deliverables within defined timelines.

Key Skills & Competencies

- Strong understanding of operational risk management and internal control frameworks.
- Hands-on experience in audit coordination, control testing, and issue management.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail.
- Ability to assess control gaps, identify root causes, and recommend practical solutions.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong planning, organizational, and execution capabilities.
- Ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and risk reporting tools.
- Ability to prepare concise management reports and communicate risk-related insights effectively.

Key Success Measures

- Timely and effective coordination of audit engagements and closure of audit requests.
- Completion of control testing activities within agreed timelines and quality standards.
- Timely identification, escalation, and remediation of control deficiencies.
- Improved control effectiveness, audit readiness, and overall risk management maturity.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and adherence to established risk management frameworks.