IRC Analyst

Horizon Farm Credit; Mount Joy (Lancaster County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Farm Credit is seeking an IRC Analyst to join our Risk team. The role involves conducting internal control reviews, evaluating control design and effectiveness, and delivering practical recommendations to strengthen risk mitigation across the organization.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, MIS, or Business Administration and has 3–5 years of risk management experience. CIA/CPA/CISA certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, MIS, or Business Administration.
• 3–5 years of risk management experience.
• CIA/CPA/CISA certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal control reviews and evaluate the design and effectiveness of business process controls.
• Prepare risk assessments and RACMs; update GRC systems with risks and controls.
• Support audits and examinations by Internal Audit and external partners.
• Analyze transactions and documentation for adequacy and process effectiveness.
• Prepare timely review findings and remediation recommendations with documentation.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Risk management

Internal controls

Critical thinking

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, MIS, or Business Administration

CIA/CPA/CISA certification preferred

Job description

Job Description

Are you looking for a professional opportunity that blends analytical problem-solving, risk management, and meaningful impact in a collaborative team environment?

Job Description

Are you looking for a professional opportunity that blends analytical problem-solving, risk management, and meaningful impact in a collaborative team environment?

Overview

Horizon Farm Credit is seeking an IRC Analyst to join our Risk team. Two positions available, qualified candidate may work in any available Horizon Farm Credit branch location. To view locations, click here Locations | Horizon Farm Credit. This position is eligible for hybrid work schedule after 6 months of successful employment. Our ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, analytical professional with strong critical-thinking skills and a passion for strengthening internal controls and risk management practices.

Areas Of Responsibility Include

In this role, you will conduct internal control reviews, evaluate the design and effectiveness of business process controls, and provide meaningful, well-supported recommendations that strengthen risk mitigation across the organization. The IRC Analyst works independently with general direction and may coach or support less-tenured team members.

Verify compliance with internal control policies and procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices, and documentation. Support audits and examinations conducted by Internal Audit and external partners (e.g., External Auditor, AgFirst, or FCA). Evaluate design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and assess potential fraud risk during reviews. Prepare risk assessments and generate risk and control matrices (RACM); update GRC systems with risks and controls. Develop and execute detailed test procedures using strong critical-thinking skills. Analyze transactions, documentation, and reporting to assess adequacy and process effectiveness. Prepare timely review findings, documentation, and formal reports, including recommendations for remediation. Prepare exception trackers and verify the status of remediation efforts. Manage engagement operations, ensuring quality work is completed on time and within budget. Scope, plan, and document audit engagements. Seek opportunities to gain exposure to diverse situations and build strong, quality relationships across the organization.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, or Business Administration. Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, or CISA preferred. Generally, three to five years of risk management experience