RiskSpan · 3 weeks ago
Senior Operational Risk Analyst – Finance
Reston, Virginia
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expRiskSpan is a leading source of analytics, modeling, data, and risk management solutions for the finance industries. They are seeking a Senior Operational Risk Analyst to enhance its Operational Risk Management Framework within the Finance Division, focusing on assessing operational risks and supporting remediation activities.
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Responsibilities
Conduct Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) across finance processes, identifying key risks and evaluating control design and effectiveness
Facilitate RCSA workshops with process owners and stakeholders to validate risk/control environments and identify enhancement opportunities
Maintain RCSA documentation consistent with client enterprise risk and audit standards
Develop detailed process maps, narratives, and risk/control documentation across areas such as: General ledger and sub-ledger accounting, Financial close and consolidation Regulatory and management reporting, AP/AR and expense management
Align documentation with enterprise taxonomies, policies, and risk standards
Identify control deficiencies via assessments and audits
Conduct root cause analysis and recommend effective remediation strategies
Monitor and validate remediation plans to ensure closure and compliance
Support the development of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and other metrics specific to Finance
Prepare dashboards, summaries, and presentations for Finance leadership and risk governance committees
Provide input on improving the operational risk framework within Finance
Work closely with Accounting, Financial Reporting, Enterprise Risk, and Internal Audit teams
Provide SME-level support on risk mitigation best practices and control design
Participate in Finance risk governance forums and contribute to reporting cycles
Qualification
Required
4+ years of relevant experience in operational risk, internal controls, audit, or financial process improvement
Hands-on experience with RCSAs, process mapping, and control documentation, preferably within a Finance or Controllership environment
Strong understanding of core Finance processes: close, reporting, reconciliations, and accounting operations
Familiarity with regulatory frameworks like SOX or ICFR
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio); GRC platforms (e.g., Archer, MetricStream) preferred
Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
Preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio); GRC platforms (e.g., Archer, MetricStream) preferred
Company
RiskSpan
RiskSpan Provides Risk Advisory, Managed Analytics And Technology Solutions.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Bernadette Kogler
Chief Executive Officer
Suhrud Dagli
Co-Founder
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