Associate Risk Analyst (Finance/Accounting Controls Testing)
Accounting
Analytical Skills
Associate
Audit Management
Controls Testing
Data Analysis
Facilities Management
Financial Analysis
Financial Reporting
Financial Services
Internal Controls
Management
Project Management
Risk Analysis
Risk Analytics
Risk Assessment
Risk Controls
Risk Management
Risk Operations
Rmf
Security
Security Compliance
Security Operations
Security Standards
Job Description
Navy Federal Credit Union is hiring an Associate Risk Analyst to support the organization’s risk function, with an emphasis on evaluating and testing internal controls across accounting and finance processes. Working onsite in Pensacola, this role assists with risk assessment activities and may also support RCSA and SOC-1 review processes under close supervision.
The position focuses on documenting control testing work, analyzing risks of varying complexity, and translating findings into practical recommendations for risk mitigation and process improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Document and test internal controls for Finance and Accounting processes
- Plan research for and help develop specialized risk assessment scopes
- Collaborate with management and personnel to optimize the development of risk assessment scope
- Identify potential business risks, operational and regulatory process deficiencies, and improvement opportunities
- Gather and synthesize data; present conclusions and recommend risk mitigation, remediation, and process improvement solutions to management
- Lead or conduct, and provide expertise with, the administration of specialized risk assessment and testing lifecycles for business activities, processes, policies, and procedures to support operational effectiveness and compliance with regulatory requirements, federal and state laws, and Navy Federal quality control standards, policies, and procedures
- Recommend additional controls and corrective actions to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations and risk mitigation processes
Qualifications
- Understanding of risk-based auditing techniques and methodologies
- Understanding of applicable federal and state regulations, company policies, and industry best practices
- Basic project management skills
- Exposure to operational and regulatory risk controls concepts and practices
- Familiarity with organizing and executing risk mitigation and process improvement initiatives
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Auditing, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience)
Desired Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in a related field (or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience)
- Undergraduate or graduate degree in Accounting or Finance
- Experience and/or exposure to accounting, financial reporting, and/or auditing concepts
- Experience and/or exposure to AI tools
Schedule and Location
- Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
- Work location: 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526 (onsite)
Salary
- Compensation: USD 29 to 36 per hour
In this role, you will remain cognizant of and adhere to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.