Intermediate Risk and Control Analyst

Job summary

Assess control design against identified risks and perform sample-based or data-driven testing of operating effectiveness. Verify that controls align with regulatory requirements and internal policies, and document testing results according to established standards.

Job details

Role : Intermediate Risk and Control Analyst Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid) Experience: 6 - 8 years Must Have Technical/Functional Skills: • At least 5+ years of experience in Operational Controls Testing • Perform control design assessments to ensure adequacy against identified risks • Execute operating effectiveness testing (sample-based / data-driven) • Ensure controls align with regulatory requirements and internal policies • Strong understanding of banking operations, operational risk frameworks, and regulatory requirements • Experience with control testing tools & GRC platforms (e.g., Archer, ServiceNow GRC) • Certifications preferred: CPA / CIA / CISA / CRISC / FRM (any relevant) • Operational Controls Testing • Operating & Design Effectiveness Testing [walkthrough example from scheduling DE/OE meetings] • Regulatory Compliance Testing • Internal Controls Assessment • Archer GRC • MetricStream • Power BI • Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC) • Compliance Testing • Control Design Assessment • Banking Operations / Internal Audit Generic Managerial Skills, If any: • Good command of written English & good verbal communication skills. • Propose solution to complex questions for brainstorming and guidance from director or manager • Willing to follow instructions in how to conduct control testing based on predefined test steps. • Follow test documentation rules and understand that word choices, tone, and How to number workpapers can be a difference between believable conclusion and questionable conclusion from test team. • Open mindset – Ready to ask clarifying questions and avoid repeated questions that were answered more than 2 to 3 times. (It is okay to require up to 2 to 3 reminders). • Be clear and concise of estimated time to completion. • Bring the best self by being active engaged and actively listen to instructions and responses to questions.

What you’ll do

Assess control design against identified risks and perform sample-based or data-driven testing of operating effectiveness. Verify that controls align with regulatory requirements and internal policies, and document testing results according to established standards.

Requirements

Requires 6–8 years of experience, including at least 5 years in operational controls testing, with a strong understanding of banking operations, operational risk frameworks, and regulatory requirements. Experience with GRC platforms and control testing tools is expected; relevant CPA, CIA, CISA, CRISC, or FRM certifications are preferred.

Listed skills

• Power BI · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Operational Controls Testing
• Control Design Assessment
• Operating Effectiveness Testing
• Regulatory Compliance Testing
• Internal Controls Assessment
• Banking Operations
• Operational Risk Frameworks
• Regulatory Requirements
• Archer GRC
• MetricStream
• ServiceNow GRC
• Power BI
• Governance, Risk, and Compliance
• Workpaper Documentation
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Data & Analytics
• Consulting

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