Senior Analyst, Risk & Internal Controls
OMERS Ventures
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Job Description
As part of the Quality Assurance and Controls team within Pension Services, the Senior Analyst, Risk, Internal Controls and Quality Assurance, is responsible for recommending internal controls and process improvements related to various Pension business processes.
As a member of this team, you will be responsible for
Provide risk and control subject matter expertise to internal stakeholders;
Provide input to the development of process control functionality and reporting for system implementation;
Coordinate with partners/collaborators on key initiatives and projects.
Recommend and document internal controls and process improvements, and assist in the design and implementation of new internal controls where required;
Prepare compliance related reports by compiling and analyzing data obtained from other departments;
Lead and perform the Quality Assurance and Controls team’s operational activities (e.g., restricted access monitoring, authorization accreditation monitoring, death registry review, annual task list, supplementary reporting, compliance program) ;
Assist, where necessary, with monitoring action plans in response to audit findings, incidents and compliance issues; and
Conduct reviews of pension transactions by examining business processes / risks and recommending corrective actions if required, including preparing test scripts and testing controls for design appropriateness and operating effectiveness.
Promote risk awareness and risk culture across Pension Services.
To succeed in this role, you have
A CPA or CA designation is required;
University degree (e.g. Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration);
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in detailing and evaluating business risks and controls, ideally in a professional service firm, the financial services industry, or related industry;
Strong understanding of information system risks and Information Technology General Controls (ITCGs);
Knowledge of governance and controls frameworks including but not limited to COBIT and COSO, is an asset;
Pension experience and knowledge of related risks, processes and controls is an asset;
Strong written and verbal communication skills;
Focused and self-motivated;
Attention to detail in all tasks and responsibilities;
Able to collect, synthesize, organize, and interpret data or information and formulate appropriate conclusions;
Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
Possess strong problem-solving and analytical skills;
Strong relationship management, negotiation and conflict management skills;
Ability to deal with changing priorities; and
Independently prioritize work and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes.
As one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, our people-first culture is at its best when our workforce reflects the communities where we live and work — and the members we proudly serve.
From hire to retire, we are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process that extends all the way through your employee experience. This sense of belonging and connection is cultivated up, down and across our global organization thanks to our vast network of Employee Resource Groups with executive leader sponsorship, our Purpose@Work committee and employee recognition programs.