LOB Risk Specialist - SOX & Internal Controls

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/prescription drug coverage

Life insurance

401(k) with PNC match

Job summary

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. is seeking a LOB Risk Specialist - SOX & Internal Controls in Pittsburgh, PA. You will work within the Finance Governance & Oversight Team to support risk management and regulatory reporting across the bank.

The role emphasizes risk framework understanding, governance, testing, and cross-functional collaboration with auditors and regulators. A strong communication skillset is required.

Qualifications

• University degree and 2+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Knowledge of FGO Frameworks (SOX, Basel, Liquidity, Regulatory Reporting).
• Ability to communicate risks to management and governance committees.
• Experience with risk governance and control testing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance within specified Line of Business (LOB) and/or Shared Services function.
• Understand FGO Frameworks (e.g., SOX, Basel, Liquidity, Regulatory Reporting) and the associated methodologies.
• Serve as the primary LOB contact to support and advise management in their effort to manage risk and controls effectively as they relate to FGO in-scope programs.
• Perform 2LOD review, challenge, and governance functions for FGO supported control framework; ensure documentation and remediation.
• Effectively communicate identified issues to management and appropriate governing Committees; track within eGRC Archer.
• Foster collaboration and coordination across the FGO team and business partners.
• Be proactive and adaptable in managing changes that impact the FGO control environment.
• Support broader Control and Finance initiatives where appropriate.

Skills

Change Management

Conflict Management

Crisis Management

Emerging Risks

Influencing Change

Operations Management

Risk Management Programs

Strategic Planning

Education

Bachelors

Tools

eGRC Archer

Job description

# **Position Overview**At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a LOB Risk Specialist - SOX & Internal Controls within PNC's Finance organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA. As a member of the Finance Governance & Oversight Team, you will be part of the Corporate Controller’s Office within PNC’s Finance organization. This role unites 1st Line of Defense and/or 2nd Line of Defense risk mitigation with financial and regulatory reporting to ensure execution in a complete, accurate, and timely manner. While in this role it is important that the individual possesses strong risk management and communication skills to be able to challenge the effectiveness of processes and control frameworks over the critical financial and regulatory reporting areas. The role will offer a mix of project work, support monthly & quarterly risk processes and reporting, and address special requests put forth by business partners and executive leadership across the bank as well as from external parties such as auditors and regulators. Role Description: • Oversee compliance within specified Line of Business (LOB) and/or Shared Services function • Understand FGO Frameworks (e.g., SOX, Basel, Liquidity, Regulatory Reporting) and the associated methodologies • Serve as the primary LOB contact to support and advise management in their effort to manage risk and controls effectively as they relate to FGO in-scope programs by understanding their LOB and bringing in FGO Reporting Risk subject matter expertise and process excellence • Perform 2LOD review, challenge, and governance (ex: control framework challenge, administering certifications) functions for FGO supported control framework. This includes FGO Team consultation as needed for risks, issues, controls, certifications, and testing. Ensure that 2LOD tasks/responsibilities are executed in a well-documented and auditable manner. • Effectively communicate identified issues in a timely manner to management and appropriate governing Committees where applicable. Ensure identified issues are being appropriately tracked/reported within eGRC Archer (enterprise system of record for issues) and addressed by Management with an effective and timely remediation plan. • Foster collaboration and coordination, including open & clear communication across the FGO team and with business partners • Be proactive, accountable, and dynamic in reacting to and managing through inevitable changes and challenges that are encountered which impact the FGO control environment. • Support broader Control and Finance initiatives where appropriatePNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.# **Job Description*** Assists in the execution of the Line of Business Risk Management program, identifying opportunities for enhancement where applicable. Under supervision, enables line of business adherence with risk programs.* Assists in the design and development of the risk management program to meet business and regulatory expectations.* Executes the risk management program within or across the lines of business (e.g. - business self-assessment and quality reviews). Participates in the consultation to execute the program components.* Works to develop risk expertise while working with the businesses and other risk partners (e.g., Compliance, Credit, Legal, Audit).* Participates in risk initiatives, business as usual activities, ad hoc requests, and identifies risk exposures.PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:* **Customer Focused** - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.* **Managing Risk** - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.# **Qualifications**Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.## **Preferred Skills**Change Management, Conflict Management, Crisis Management, Emerging Risks, Influencing Change, Operations Management, Risk Management Programs, Strategic Planning## **Competencies**Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Collaborating, Data Gathering and Reporting, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Industry Knowledge, Internal Controls, Operational Risk, Operations - Back Office, Process Management, Standard Operating Procedures## **Work Experience**Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 2+ years of relevant professional experience. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.## **Education**Bachelors## **Certifications**No Required Certification(s)## **Licenses**No Required License(s)## **Language Assessments**No Required or Preferred Language Assessments# **Benefits**PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.