Risk Analyst-98223

On behalf of our client, a premier leader in industrial finance and asset management, we are seeking a highly analytical Risk & Control Analyst. This role is designed for a finance professional who excels at the intersection of operational risk, internal audit, and financial integrity. The successful candidate will act as a primary Control Advisor, ensuring that various Lines of Business (LOBs) operate within established regulatory frameworks while proactively identifying and mitigating potential enterprise risks. This is a critical role that supports the integrity of financial reporting and the stability of high-value project portfolios.


Advantages
High-Stakes Exposure: Work within a sophisticated financial ecosystem backed by global investment leadership (Morgan Stanley).

Professional Development: Strong support for professionals pursuing or holding CPA, CIA, or CFA designations.

Collaborative Culture: Join an inclusive environment that values relationship-building and cross-functional partnership across Audit, Compliance, and Treasury.

Technological Integration: Leverage advanced ERP systems (SAP/IFS) and data visualization tools (Power BI) to drive risk-based decision-making.

Responsibilities
Control Advisory: Act as a subject matter expert for Risk LOBs, identifying and documenting internal controls related to regulatory compliance and financial reporting.

Audit & Testing: Conduct rigorous control testing and internal audits to assess the effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies and ensure adherence to GAAP and international frameworks.

Risk Analysis: Analyze complex operational, legal, market, and credit risks—including forensic investigations into payment discrepancies and aging balances—to support executive decision-making.

Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Risk Management and Compliance to align control activities with broader enterprise risk objectives.

Process Enhancement: Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of risk assessments; provide actionable recommendations for process improvements and control automation.

Regulatory Monitoring: Stay abreast of regulatory changes and assess their impact on existing internal controls and corporate risk policies.

Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or Risk Management is required. A Post-Graduate Diploma in Forensic Accounting or a related field is a significant asset.

Experience: 5–7 years of professional experience in risk management, internal audit, or regulatory compliance.

Technical Proficiency: Proven experience with Internal Audit and control testing (minimum 3 years). Hands-on expertise with ERP systems (SAP/IFS) and Power BI is highly preferred.

Certifications: Active CPA, CIA, or CFA (or candidate status) is preferred and considered a strong asset.

Core Skills: Expertise in risk assessment/mitigation, data analysis, and regulatory compliance.

Soft Skills: Exceptional communication and coordination skills, with a proven ability to build trust through authentic partnerships.

Summary
This role is ideal for a seasoned Analyst who transitions seamlessly between detailed forensic investigation and high-level strategic risk management. If you have a background in managing complex reconciliations, credit risk assessments, and internal control frameworks, this position offers the opportunity to drive significant impact within a globally recognized organization

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.