Business Controls Analyst Sr. in United States Embassy at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Business Controls Analyst Sr. based in the United States.

This role supports the development and execution of risk management and control programs within a dynamic financial services environment.
The position focuses on identifying operational and strategic risks, strengthening internal controls, and ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations.
You will collaborate with business teams, audit partners, and leadership to improve governance practices and drive effective risk mitigation.
The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate control gaps into actionable improvements.
You will contribute to maintaining a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement across the organization.
This is an opportunity for an experienced risk professional to make a meaningful impact on operational resilience and compliance initiatives.

The Business Controls Analyst Sr. will support risk and control activities by evaluating processes, monitoring key risk indicators, and helping teams implement effective mitigation strategies. This role serves as a key contributor to governance, audit readiness, and compliance efforts while partnering with internal stakeholders to improve operational effectiveness.

• Assist with risk and control consultations for new, existing, and modified business processes.
• Identify operational and strategic risks, monitor key risk indicators, and support ongoing risk management activities.
• Evaluate policies, program standards, procedures, and external guidelines to identify gaps and recommend corrective actions.
• Support the design and implementation of controls, procedures, and processes that reduce business risks.
• Act as a liaison for internal and external audit support requests, coordinating responses and documentation.
• Translate control deficiencies into structured action plans and track remediation progress.
• Contribute to enhancing governance practices in alignment with risk and compliance frameworks.
• Perform testing and reviews related to first-line-of-defense control programs.
• Monitor open issues, findings, and remediation activities while escalating risks to appropriate stakeholders and leadership.
• Stay current on regulatory requirements, policies, and industry standards to ensure compliance with established processes.

The ideal candidate is an experienced risk and controls professional with strong analytical capabilities and the ability to collaborate across teams. They should have experience supporting compliance initiatives, evaluating processes, and improving internal control environments within regulated industries.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• Typically 5+ years of relevant experience in risk management, controls, compliance, audit, governance, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of operational risk management principles and internal control frameworks.
• Experience identifying control gaps, documenting findings, and developing remediation plans.
• Ability to analyze policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements to support business improvements.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, auditors, and senior stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Detail-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Experience working in financial services, banking, or other highly regulated environments is preferred.

• Competitive salary range of $72,000 – $120,000 USD, depending on experience, qualifications, skills, and location.
• Annual performance-based incentive opportunity.
• Flexible remote work environment with hybrid office options available.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits package.
• 401(k) retirement benefits.
• Life insurance and disability benefits.
• Paid time off and additional employee benefits.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful initiatives focused on financial accessibility and operational excellence.
• Inclusive workplace culture that values diverse perspectives and collaboration.