Governance and Accounting Risk Analyst

Ameris Bank•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. The role is accountable for timely, accurate, and complete execution of assigned testing responsibilities in accordance with established risk management standards. Performs other projects and duties as assigned.

Requirements

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.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.

Nice To Haves

Risk management experience preferred.

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.
Coordinate with Governance, Finance, Accounting, and other business partners to obtain testing evidence, clarify process information, and facilitate timely completion of assigned RCSA activities.