Analyst, ICFR Operations, Internal Audit

Job Description

What is the opportunity?
As an Analyst, ICFR Operations, Internal Audit, you will work in a team, operating in a global resource model that supports the annual SOX and FDICIA testing programs conducted on behalf of management within the Chief Audit Executive group. You will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to conduct testing of key SOX and FDICIA controls within the Bank, including supporting the transformation of strategic initiatives in the program’s delivery.

You will also gain exposure to RBC products, services, businesses, and platforms – helping to develop control testing skills, and critical thinking by identifying opportunity for innovative solutions.

RBC Internal Audit leverages a unique perspective— with a coordinated view across the entire business—to deliver valuable advice that not only gives assurance, but that illuminates a bigger picture, connects dots, builds best practices and broadens possibilities. We connect intelligence to protect and enable RBC.
What will you do?

• Contribute to the execution of ICFR business and IT control testing, ensuring effective practices are followed and quality documentation is produced by assessing the design and operating effectiveness of key controls.

• Develop an understanding of the control environment, analyze information, execute testing and develop and communicate recommendations that will be presented to business clients.

• Work effectively with business partners to drive innovation in service delivery through identifying opportunities, developing solutions and creating lasting improvements to performance.

• Develop an understanding of business and IT risks of RBC processes and proprietary technology in the supported platform and use knowledge to identify key risks and controls in the environment.

• Receive frequent mentoring from colleagues, including senior leaders from Internal Audit who will support your growth and ability to achieve career goals. Develop long-term relationships and networks both internally and externally.

• Apply professional skepticism when evaluating evidence, challenging assumptions, and forming conclusions.

• Identify and document control deficiencies, assess risk impacts, and support remediation tracking
What do you need to succeed?
Must-have

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and create an inclusive environment with internal and external business partners across the enterprise.

• Flexible mindset, with the ability to learn quickly and leverage skills in a dynamically changing environment.

• Undergraduate degree (E.g. Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field).

• General knowledge of control testing methodologies, risk management, regulatory / compliance principles, and/or audit principles as evidenced by external courses or certifications.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.

• Comfortable working with cross-functional teams (i.e., Finance, IT, Operations).

• Willingness to ask questions and seek clarification in complex control environments.

• Strong organization and documentation skills for managing testing evidence and reports.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.

• A dedication to leadership and fostering collaboration & teamwork.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort with data analysis (pivot tables, lookups, etc.)

• 1-2 years of relevant work experience.
Nice-to-have

• CISA Designation OR CPA Designation OR equivalent accounting or audit designation OR willing to obtain during employment.

• Experience in a financial institution, external audit firm, or technology company, dealing with multiple business platforms, business processes, geographies, and legal entities.

• Introductory understanding of internal or external audit principles as evidenced by external courses or certification

• Experience as Business or Technical Analyst

• Exposure to audit or GRC tools (e.g., Workiva, Archer or similar) preferred.
What's in it for you?
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