Controls Testing Analyst​/Operational Risk Analyst; Consulting

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Solomon Edwards Group , LLC ("Solomon Edwards") is a full-service professional services firm offering financial, operational, and technology consulting and operations support. We work with some of the world’s most prominent companies to help them envision and achieve a better future. We know that our consulting services are only as meaningful as the people and talent behind them, and we are committed to recruiting incredibly talented, committed, and collaborative individuals who can help us deliver exceptional client service.

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We are seeking a Controls Testing Analyst / Operational Risk Analyst to join a leading financial services organization with operations across North America. This consultant will partner with subject matter experts to document operational processes and design controls testing scripts that support quality assurance and risk management activities.

• Develop detailed test scripts for operational processes within banking operations environments.
• Conduct process walkthroughs with subject matter experts to document procedures and controls.
• Translate operational workflows into structured testing and quality control documentation.
• Identify key control points within processes and document associated testing requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across operations, compliance, and risk management teams.
• Support operational risk and control validation initiatives through documentation and analysis.
• Maintain clear and organized documentation supporting testing execution and audit readiness.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Risk Management, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in operational risk, controls testing, or banking operations.
• Experience in financial services environments supporting deposits, statements, or account management operations preferred.
• Experience with Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) processes strongly preferred.

• Controls testing and first line of defense (1
  
  LOD) experience.
• Test script development and process documentation expertise.
• Knowledge of banking operations including deposits, statements, and account management.
• Familiarity with operational risk frameworks and compliance monitoring.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration abilities.

No travel will be required, unless at the client's discretion.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities upon request to enable them to perform essential functions. This role may require mobility to attend in-person meetings, sitting or standing for extended periods, and the use of telephone, computer, or other electronic communication devices.

Solomon Edwards values your unique and individual experience and background. As such, we take a comprehensive approach when determining compensation for our roles. The compensation for this specific role is based on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to education, licensure and certifications, location, experience, and training. A reasonable estimate for the current hourly range for this role is $50 – 80.

We are committed to providing health and financial stability by offering a comprehensive suite of benefits. Benefits include access to top-tier employers and job opportunities, health insurance, sick leave, and 401(k).

Solomon Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We firmly believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. All employees, including managers…