Risk Analyst I
About The Position
Join our team as a Data Validation & Risk Management Specialist, where you’ll play a key role in supporting the bank’s internal controls and enterprise risk management initiatives. In this position, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial data, maintaining thorough documentation for audits and regulatory reviews, and assisting with risk assessments and reporting. If you have a keen attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and a background in banking or financial services, we invite you to help us drive continuous improvement in data quality and risk management processes.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 1–2 years of experience in banking or financial services risk management
- Familiarity with applicable regulations (e.g., Regulation E, Regulation Z)
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Close attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple duties and deadlines.
- Proficiency in core banking systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Nice To Haves
- associate or bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support the bank’s internal controls over financial reporting by performing independent data validation, including: Control testing and documentation related to key systems and reports relied upon for FIDICIA certifications to ensure accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and consistency.
- Maintaining clear documentation suitable for internal audit, external auditors, and regulators
- Assist with enterprise risk management activities, including data collection and validation for risk assessments and reporting.
- Support maintenance of Key Risk Indicator (KRI) data.
- Help track remediation actions and confirm that business owners provide the required documentation.
- Assist in preparing materials for risk committees and management reporting, focusing on data accuracy and consistency.
- Identify opportunities to enhance data quality, documentation practices, and risk management processes while performing assigned duties.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management/supervisor.
- Comply with all federal, state, and company policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
- Adhere to all relevant security responsibilities as outlined in the Bank’s Information Security Program and Written Security Program.
- Support internal and external audits, regulatory exams, and management reporting as needed.
- Communicate professionally with customers, internal teams, vendors, and card networks regarding dispute status and outcomes.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine
- Paid Time off, Paid Volunteer Time, and Paid Holidays
- Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care FSA
- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Voluntary Life and AD&D
- Long-Term Disability
- 401k and Employee Stock Ownership (KSOP) Retirement Plan
- Recruiting Referral Bonus
- Lifestyle Spending Account Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
