Associate Risk Analyst (Finance/Accounting Controls Testing)

Responsible for supporting the operation of the risk function by evaluating and analyzing risks of varying complexity and for identifying and implementing approaches and solutions to mitigate those risks. Primary focus will be the testing of internal controls, both operational and financial reporting, for accounting and finance processes. May also support the risk and control self-assessment (RCSA) and SOC-1 review processes. Conduct routine work assignments of limited scope and complexity under close supervision. Entry level professional with developing skill set and a basic understanding of procedures and techniques.

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• Document and test internal controls for Finance and Accounting processes
• Plan the research for and development of specialized risk assessment scopes
• Collaborate with management and personnel to optimize risk assessment scope development
• Identify potential business risks, operational and regulatory process deficiencies and improvement opportunities
• Gather and synthesize data; present conclusions and offer risk mitigation, remediation and process improvement solutions to management
• Lead/conduct and provide expertise with the administration of specialized risk assessment and testing lifecycles of business activities, processes, policies and procedures for operational effectiveness and compliance with regulatory requirements, federal and state laws, and Navy Federal‘s quality control standards, policies and procedures
• Make recommendations for additional controls and corrective action to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations and risk mitigation processes

• Understanding of risk-based auditing techniques and methodologies
• Understanding of applicable federal and state regulations, company policies, and industry best practices
• Basic project management skills
• Exposure to operational and regulatory risk controls concepts and practices
• Familiarity with how to organize and effectively execute risk mitigation and process improvement initiatives
• Understanding of risk-based auditing techniques and methodologies
• Understanding of applicable federal and state regulations, company policies, and industry best practices
• Basic project management skills
• Exposure to operational and regulatory risk controls concepts and practices
• Familiarity with how to organize and effectively execute risk mitigation and process improvement initiatives
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Auditing, or related field or equivalent combination of training, education and experience

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in related field or equivalent combination of training, education and experience
• Master’s Degree in related field or equivalent combination of training, education and experience
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in Accounting or Finance
• Experience and/or exposure to accounting, financial reporting, and/or auditing concepts
• Experience and/or exposure to AI tools

Additional Information

Hours:

• Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location:

• 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526