Intermediate Risk and Control Analyst

K&K Global Talent Solutions INC.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

K&K Global Talent Solutions INC. is seeking an Intermediate Risk and Control Analyst in Toronto, hybrid role.

The candidate will apply extensive experience in controls testing to assess design adequacy and operating effectiveness, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and internal policies. You will work within banking operations risk frameworks and leverage Archer/ServiceNow GRC for controls execution.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Operational Controls Testing.
• Design assessments to ensure adequacy against risks.
• Execute sampling and data-driven testing.
• Ensure controls align with regulatory requirements.
• Strong understanding of banking operations and risk frameworks.
• Experience with control testing tools & GRC platforms (Archer, ServiceNow GRC).
• Certifications preferred: CPA / CIA / CISA / CRISC / FRM.
• GRC knowledge and governance background.
• Banking Operations / Internal Audit experience.

Skills

Control testing

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Certifications: CPA, CIA, CISA, CRISC, FRM

Tools

Archer

ServiceNow GRC

Job description

Role : Intermediate Risk and Control Analyst

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)

Experience: 6 - 8 years

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills:

• At least 5+ years of experience in Operational Controls Testing
• Perform control design assessments to ensure adequacy against identified risks
• Execute operating effectiveness testing (sample-based / data-driven)
• Ensure controls align with regulatory requirements and internal policies
• Strong understanding of banking operations, operational risk frameworks, and regulatory requirements
• Experience with control testing tools & GRC platforms (e.g., Archer, ServiceNow GRC)
• Certifications preferred: CPA / CIA / CISA / CRISC / FRM (any relevant)
• Operating & Design Effectiveness Testing [walkthrough example from scheduling DE/OE meetings]
• Regulatory Compliance Testing
• Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC)
• Banking Operations / Internal Audit

Generic Managerial Skills, If any:

• Good command of written English & good verbal communication skills.
• Propose solution to complex questions for brainstorming and guidance from director or manager
• Willing to follow instructions in how to conduct control testing based on predefined test steps.
• Follow test documentation rules and understand that word choices, tone, and How to number workpapers can be a difference between believable conclusion and questionable conclusion from test team.
• Open mindset – Ready to ask clarifying questions and avoid repeated questions that were answered more than 2 to 3 times. (It is okay to require up to 2 to 3 reminders).
• Be clear and concise of estimated time to completion.
• Bring the best self by being active engaged and actively listen to instructions and responses to questions.