Managers Control Self-Assessment (MCA) Lead Analyst- Senior Vice President

Citi; New York (NY); On-site; USD 141,000 - 212,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

Citi in Tampa, FL seeks an experienced Manager, Controls Self-Assessment (MCA) to design and implement a robust MCA/RCSA program, ensuring timely identification and remediation of control issues across the organization.

You will oversee attestations, quality oversight, and reporting in alignment with ORM Policy. The role requires 10+ years in risk/control functions, strong leadership, and superior communication with executives and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in operational risk management, compliance, audit, or other control-related functions in the financial services industry.
• Excellent knowledge in the development and execution for controls.
• Demonstrate sound business judgment, exceptional leadership and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of the MCA program, including attestations and reporting.
• Lead control activities in support of the MCA/RCSA program.
• Establish robust MCA inventory tracking and reporting with key metrics.
• Monitor KPIs and evaluate effectiveness of risk and controls.
• Identify and remediate significant control issues in a timely manner.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Individuals in MCA are responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive and robust Managers Control Self-Assessment (MCA), also known as Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA), and the execution of control activities thus improving identification and remediation of significant control issues and operational risk events in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of the MCA program, including the annual/semiannual/quarterly/monthly attestation, quality oversight, and related reporting in accordance with the ORM Policy & Framework, as well as applicable Policies, Standards, and Procedures.
• Lead the execution of control activities in support of Managers Control Self-Assessment (MCA) program, also known as Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA).
• Establish of a robust tracking and reporting MCA inventory, including key metrics to provide visibility on the status of control gaps and MCA quality control processes, highlighting risk and escalating concerns in a timely manner.
• Lead regular monitoring of key performance indicators (KPIs) and evaluating the effectiveness of risk and controls.
• Execute controls transformation / redesign initiatives to drive greater integration in practices across large cross functional teams
• Enforce MCA best practices, transformation, and execution consistency across all business/functions and identify enhancements or improvements necessary to the MCA
• Lead the identification, analysis, and assessment of potential risks, ensuring prompt identification and remediation of significant control issues and operational events.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of teams and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards
• Support critical decisions that are guided by functional objectives
• Operate in an innovative environment of diverse teams to encourage the development and implementation of robust control programs and strategies

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in operational risk management, compliance, audit, or other control-related functions in the financial services industry.
• Ability to identify, measure, and manage key risks and controls.
• Excellent analytical skills to evaluate complex risk and control activities and processes.
• Excellent knowledge in the development and execution for controls.
• Proven experience in developing ideas, implementing sustainable solutions, and improving processes to proactively mitigate risks.
• Demonstrate sound business judgment, exceptional leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to see the big pictures with high attention to critical details.
• In depth understanding of Citi’s businesses and functions and their risk profiles.
• Ability to provide challenge and make recommendation for risk and controls remediation.
• Deep understanding of compliance laws, rules, regulations, best practices, and Citi’s Policies, Standards, and Procedures.
• Excellent communication skills: ability to engage and inspire across stakeholder groups and to deliver compelling presentations and influence executive audiences.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership, with strong results orientation.
• Exceptional command in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Education

Bachelor's/University degree, Master’s degree preferred

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

Job Family Group

Business Strategy, Management & Administration

Job Family

Strategy & Development

Time Type

Full time

Primary Location

Tampa Florida United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range

$141,440.00 - $212,160.00

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Anticipated Posting Close Date

Sep 24, 2026

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