Job Role
The role of the Financial Control and Risk Assurance Specialist involves supporting the development and maintenance of an industry-leading financial risk management framework and practices. This position focuses on executing, assessing, and advising on risks and assurance activities related to business controls, IT systems, and processes.
Main Responsibilities
* Perform assurance activities, including testing and evaluating process and control environments across key business areas and systems.
* Collaborate with teams to embed risk management practices in business and technology operations.
* Conduct risk assessments to identify current and emerging risk areas in internal control financial reporting (ICFR) processes, systems, and applications.
* Contribute to the implementation and operationalisation of risk controls matrix, test script, process flowchart, and IPEs.
* Assist in root-cause analysis and propose constructive and practical improvements to prevent reoccurrence.
Skill Requirements
* Proven ability to plan and execute work programs independently with discipline.
* Ability to produce high-quality deliverables and documentation that can support conclusions reached with facts and withstand independent scrutiny.
* Strong motivation to meet deadlines while working with various stakeholders.
* Analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills with report writing.
This is a critical position for ensuring the effective management of financial risk within the organisation.