Lead Analyst

4 weeks ago

Needham, United States Needham Bank Full time
Job Description
The Lead Analyst - Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) reports to the Director of ERM and is responsible for assisting with the buildout and performance of a continuous monitoring and testing program focused on high-risk business areas and key internal controls in the company, and actively managing the Bank's SOX Compliance program.

The incumbent[1] monitors activities and designs/executes testing related to specific high-risk business areas and processes, particularly for the Specialized Banking (cannabis) business,
[2] works collaboratively with management to identify and help design risk improvement initiatives, [3] manages the Bank's SOX program by monitoring business line SOX efforts and driving quarterly attestations/self-testing, and [4] assists in managing other areas of the Bank's ERM Program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Designs, leads, and performs limited-scope reviews of higher risk business areas, processes, and products. Identifies/validates resolution of risk, control, and regulatory issues.
  • Develops/drives reporting and MIS to inform management of the results of risk monitoring activities. Recommends changes and improvements to policies, procedures, and controls and works with Management to ensure these changes are appropriately designed and implemented in a timely manner.
  • Manages the Bank's SOX program in line with requirements of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB):
    • Partners with Internal Audit to oversee and perform the testing of controls where needed, ensuring internal audit work is leveraged, where applicable.
    • Coordinates and facilitates External Audit walkthroughs and testing.
    • Assists Management in updating control narratives/workflows and strengthening internal controls for new or altered products, practices, and technology.
    • Administers the quarterly attestation process for internal controls over financial reporting.
    • Creates and updates key control test scripts, as needed.
  • Assists with reporting relevant topics to Senior Management and the Bank's ERM & Audit Committees.
  • Fosters teamwork and collaboration with others across the Bank, building positive constructive working relationships, supporting the Bank's strategic plan, and demonstrating the Bank's core values.
  • Conducts ongoing training of applicable personnel on day-to-day SOX compliance responsibilities.
  • Supports Bank projects by providing advice on an as-needed basis, including the review of policies, procedures, and the design of internal controls.
  • Performs and monitors other aspects of the Bank's Enterprise Risk Management Program, as needed, and other duties as assigned.
Experience and Skills
JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Highly-motivated and driven professional who can handle multiple, cross-functional tasks, adapt to change, and work well with all levels of management in a dynamic and fast-paced environment - independently and in a team.
  • Deep knowledge in banking, risk and control self-assessments (RCSAs), and/or auditing standards.
  • Specific expertise in operational, financial, and/or regulatory (e.g. Bank Secrecy Act) risk areas.
  • Strong customer service orientation and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated analytical skills with strong attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness.
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong computer and technical skills and the ability to quickly learn and apply new technology.
  • Experience working with a Governance-Risk-Compliance system preferred.
  • Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio).
  • Demonstrates and promotes high ethical standards and behaviors.
  • Maintains a professional manner at all times.
  • Exhibits a culture of teamwork, transparency, and collaboration.
  • Ability to demonstrate Needham Bank's Core Values (Focus on Customer Relationship, Embrace Change, Work as a Team, Be an Asset to your Community, Always Learn, Do the Right Thing).
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
  • Minimum 5+ years' experience in a risk or audit-related position; experience in risk and control self-assessments (RCSAs), banking, and/or SOX considered a strong plus.
  • Minimum education requirement: Bachelor's degree
  • Professional certification (CIA, CRMA, CERP, CBA, CRMP, CISA) or desire to pursue certification preferred.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Normal business office environment

Needham Bank offers a competitive salary and an amazing benefit package for a full-time employee which includes fully paid medical and dental insurance, HRA, 401(k) plan with an 8% bank match, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, a bonus program, flexible spending accounts, vision service plan, group term life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program. We offer a great benefit package to our eligible part-time employees as well.

At NB, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace - if you are excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Needham Bank is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Needham Bank will provide all applicants for employment and all employees with equal opportunity for employment and promotion regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, military service, sexual orientation, genetic information, or gender identity.

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