Hays · 9 hours ago
Risk Analyst
Vienna, VA
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
$52/hr - $62/hrHays is a recruitment company seeking a Risk Analyst to execute control testing for Internal Controls over Financial Reporting related to Real Estate Lending. The role involves developing and implementing risk management frameworks and collaborating with various teams to mitigate operational risks.
Information ServicesRecruitingStaffing Agency
No H1B
Responsibilities
1st LOD role executing Control testing for SOX/Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) for one of our client's largest product portfolio – Real Estate Lending
Support and regularly interact with Senior Management
Help develop and implement operational risk management frameworks, methodologies, reporting, quantification/testing, policies, standards, and procedures as appropriate
Responsible for implementing effective programs and measures designed to identify and mitigate risks associated with Real Estate Lending (REL)
Promote operational efficiency and service excellence through appropriate risk management strategies, process improvements and training while reducing and mitigating operational, reputation, legal and financial losses
Collaborate with Real Estate Lending and other operational risk teams across the company
Routinely liaise with internal and external audit/exam functions and entities
Manage timely resolution, remediation status and general reporting of Operational risk issues/findings and Events
Review and edit Policies and Procedures supporting the business
Perform root cause analysis on issues and findings as appropriate
Evaluate the adequacy of corrective action and report on the status of approved recommendations
Ensure the business units’ adherence to remediation actions
Recommend and implement solutions to enhance/upgrade processes and supporting systems
Qualification
Required
SOX/ICFR controls testing experience — REQUIRED
Prior experience in Risk Management, Internal Audit, or Data Analytics at a financial institution
Hands‑on experience with GRC systems
RCSAs (Risk Control Self‑Assessments) — REQUIRED
Experience identifying, tracking, managing, and reporting Issues & Findings
Understanding of inherent vs. residual risk; ability to identify key vs. non‑key controls
Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Business, Engineering, Technology, Statistics, Math , or other analytical field
Controls Testing (SOX, Compliance and other Operational) Experience - Required
Prior Risk Management, Data Analytics or Internal Audit experience at a Financial Institution
Hands-on experience with GRC Systems
Performed and facilitated Risk Control Self Assessments (RCSAs) - Required
Experience in identification, tracking, management and reporting of Issues & Findings
Understanding of inherent and residual risks; experience with key versus non-key control identification
Working knowledge of industry best practices
Experience balancing stakeholders
Strong problem solving and decision-making skills and the ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment and initiative, display a high degree of initiative and integrity
Highly effective interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, including the ability to persuade and influence management decisions, to interact effectively with Sr. levels of staff, and to communicate complex information in an easily understandable manner
Significant knowledge of, and proficiency in, data analysis, reporting, and external research, including the ability to develop conclusions and feasible alternatives to formulate courses of action, including forecasting and cost- benefit analysis
Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to guide others and prioritize multiple duties to achieve results in a multi-tasked, time sensitive office environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills
Preferred
Big 4 or consulting background
Previous work with bank/credit union regulators
Real Estate Lending knowledge
Familiarity with NCUA, CFPB, Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, FHA, VA
Certifications: PRM, FRM, or similar
Big 4 or other consulting experience
Experience working with Banking or Credit Union Regulators
Knowledge of Real Estate Lending
Experience with Federal Bank regulators or NCUA, CFPB, Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, FHA and VA requirements
Risk Management or Regulatory Compliance Certification such as PRM or FRM a plus
Benefits
Full medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
401K
Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit)
Company
Hays
Hays is a leading global professional recruiting group, they are expert at recruiting qualified, professional and skilled people worldwide. It is a sub-organization of Hays plc.
Founded in 2000
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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