Governance and Accounting Risk Analyst

Job Summary

The Governance and Accounting Risk Analyst is responsible for completing Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) testing for Governance, Finance, Accounting, and related operations under the direction of the Director of Governance and Accounting Risk Management. This includes evidence collection, control validation, documentation, exception identification, issue tracking, remediation follow-up, and results reporting.

Essential Functions, Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform RCSA testing procedures for Governance, Finance, Accounting, and related financial operations, including evidence review, control validation, test result documentation, exception identification, and remediation follow-up.
• Maintain organized and complete RCSA testing documentation, including test plans, evidence records, test results, issue summaries, and status updates.
• Prepare summaries and reporting materials related to RCSA testing results, control gaps, issue trends, and remediation status for review by the Director.
• Cook with Governance, Finance, Accounting, and other business partners to obtain testing evidence, clarify process information, and facilitate timely completion of assigned RCSA activities.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Competencies

• General banking knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills including the ability to summarize risk and control information for management and business partners.
• Strong organization skills with ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to evaluate process risk, control effectiveness, data trends and issue remediation activity.
• Intellectual curiosity, sound judgement, problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and prompt follow-through.
• Intermediate PC and Microsoft Office Suite product proficiency.
• Experience in supporting reconciliations, process documentation, issue resolution or control related activities required.
• 2-3 years of experience in accounting, finance, or related financial operations required.
• Risk management experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance provided at no additional cost to employees
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Sick and Vacation Leave
• 11 Holidays
• Volunteer/Service Day
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement
• Supplemental Life & Other Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Advocacy Program
• Tickets at Work (Entertainment discounts for Ameris Bank Employees)
• AT&T Employee Discount
• Wellness Discounts for Medical Premiums and Other Rewards
• Employee Referral Incentive
• Education Assistance
• Employee Resource Groups

Banking Advantages For Employees

• Free Interest Checking
• Free Safe Deposit Box
• Free Money Orders, Travelers’ Checks and Cashier Checks
• Discount on Mortgage Origination Fee
• Free Online Banking and Free Unlimited Online Bill Payment
• Employee Banking Perks

Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.