Senior Analyst, Global FC Report Validation

RBC • Toronto, ON

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Crimes Report Validation team plays a critical role in RBC's commitment to robust financial crime prevention and regulatory compliance. In this role, you will execute validation reviews to assess the efficiency and effectiveness of non-model reports across Transaction Monitoring, Client Risk Rating, Sanction Screening, and Regulatory Reporting. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge analytical tools, collaborate with diverse stakeholders across the enterprise, and directly impact RBC's financial crimes risk management framework. This position offers exposure to multiple financial crime frameworks while implementing substantive risk management practices that protect RBC and its clients.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience in development and execution of reports using automated tools
• Strong proficiency in Python, SAS, SQL and Tableau for data mining and analysis
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with ability to articulate complex validation findings to diverse stakeholders
• Strong analytical capabilities and attention to detail with ability to identify data controls, metrics, and compliance gaps
• Problem-solving mindset with strong planning and execution capabilities to manage multiple validation reviews simultaneously

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Data Science or related field
• In-depth knowledge of Financial Crimes regulations (BSA/AML, OFAC, sanctions, etc.)
• Familiarity with Transaction Monitoring systems, Client Risk Rating methodologies, or Sanction Screening platforms
• Familiarity with Git

Responsibilities

• Validate Financial Crimes oversight reports across Transaction Monitoring, Client Risk Rating, Sanction Screening, and Regulatory Reporting frameworks
• Execute outcome testing to evaluate accuracy and effectiveness of implemented reports, controls, and processes
• Execute data mining activities and reconcile report results using various FC monitoring tools and platforms including Python, SAS, SQL, and Tableau
• Proactively challenge financial crime reporting and data extraction methodologies to identify inherent risks, limitations, and assumptions
• Assess report design to ensure alignment with intended purpose, regulatory standards, and business requirements
• Collaborate with report developers, compliance officers, IT teams, and business units to understand reporting requirements and inform validation decisions
• Prepare detailed validation reports and visualizations to articulate validation scope, approach, and findings to RBC Management, External Regulators, and Internal Audit
• Contribute to continuous improvement by staying current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging financial crimes methodologies

Benefits

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to do challenging work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior