Internal Control Analyst

Ford; Dunton Bassett; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford in the United Kingdom is seeking an Internal Control Testing Analyst to support the Non-SOX internal control work plan, from design to delivery of value-added recommendations. You will work with Operational Risk, Internal Audit, and leadership to strengthen the control environment.

Based in Dunton, the role requires attendance at the office about four days per week with flexibility to meet business needs, and involves documenting evidence in GRC/Archer, stakeholder management, and process

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to interact positively and build relationships.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience in Internal Control, Risk Management or Internal Audit.

Responsibilities

• Support design, implementation, and maintenance of internal controls across operational and regulatory landscapes.
• Identify and evaluate control deficiencies through testing and improvement opportunities.
• Develop annual testing plan for non-SOX controls and execute testing procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Advanced Excel

Teamwork & independence

Education

Professional qualification (ACT/ACMA/CFA/ACA/ACCA)

Tools

Archer (GRC)

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Internal Control Department's mission is to sustain a robust control environment through disciplined evaluation, enhancement, and insight. We play an integral role in facilitating the Company's compliance with operational, and regulatory requirements.

Reporting into the FCE Internal Control Manager, the Internal Control Analyst will support the full spectrum of our Non-SOX internal control work plan, from the design and implementation of controls, identification of results, to delivery of value-add recommendations, This individual will work closely with department leadership, collaborate with Internal Audit, and provide tactful and meaningful delivery of results to various levels of Company leadership.

As an Internal Control Testing Analyst, you will contribute directly to Internal Control's vision: to be recognized as a value-add and trusted advisor, and partner to the business.

• Risk Management:Support FCE's partnering with Operational Risk Team in enhancing the Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) process
• Controls Monitoring:Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of effective internal controls across operational, and regulatory landscapes. Identify and evaluate control deficiencies through controls testing and improvement opportunities.
• Non-SOX Controls Testing Execution:Support the development of the annual testing plan for FCE and execute internal control testing procedures to evaluate, conclude upon, and enhance FCE's control environment and internal control over financial reporting
• Sampling & Methodology:Applying appropriate corporate sampling methodologies and documenting rationale
• Document and Evidence Management:Maintaining organized evidence trails for every control tested and update into GRC/Archer
• Process Improvement:Identifying opportunities to automate control testing
• Stakeholder Management:Collaborate with individuals across various departments and functions through regular Control Testing status meetings with Operations to explain progress, issues found, and process recommendations
• Compliance:Support full compliance with all relevant UK banking regulations related to internal control, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of internal controls over financial reporting

Your Profile:

• Professional qualification e.g. ACT, ACMA, CFA, ACA, or ACCA or working towards
• Understanding of UK banking regulations and relevant legislation (PRA, FCA, SMCR)
• Experience in Internal Control, Risk Management or Internal Audit
• Strong understanding and demonstrated application of internal control principles, standards, and best practices
• High degree of motivation and strong work ethic with the ability to excel in a team environment and work independently
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to interact positively and build relationships
• Advanced technical and analytical skills, including Microsoft Office proficiency and advanced Excel skills

Additional Information:

The Company is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity for all and is opposed to any form of less favourable treatment or harassment on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sex, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or disability.

As part of our pre-employment checks process, successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal record check. This will be conducted in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and applied only to unspent convictions.

This position is based in Dunton, and it is expected the successful candidate will be able to attend the Dunton for typically 4 days a week and remain flexible on the days they are required to attend the office according to business requirements.

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