Manager Internal Control Testing/Reporting Job Listing at City National Bank in Los Angeles, CA (Job ID 9386)

Description

MANAGER INTERNAL CONTROL TESTING/REPORTING – BIS

 

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? The Manager Control Testing/Reporting is a key strategic and integral role for the overall success of the bank. This role is responsible for (i) responsible for building sustainable processes with appropriate risk mitigation activities; (ii) consulting risk owners on how to design and implement controls to mitigate the risks in a process; (iii) leading teams to perform control testing that evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of CNB's first line key controls; (iv) supports the development of strategies and methodologies to ensure effective controls management aligned with industry best practices and regulatory expectations; (v) analyzing, aggregating, and articulating the results/issues/recommendations related to control testing activities; and (vi) championing a thorough understanding of CNB's Internal Controls Management Policy, control testing methodologies, and related regulatory and compliance standards; (vii) providing internal controls training and development activities, including Bank-wide and targeted training to support continuous improvements of the Control Program, and to elevate controls management capabilities. This dynamic position provides opportunities for working across CNB, including across the business, 2LOD and internal audit.

 

What you will do

• Responsible for building sustainable processes with appropriate risk mitigation activities
• Consulting risk owners on how to design and implement controls to mitigate the risks in a process
• Responsible for performing and leading teams to perform Control Assessments (i.e. Testing) that evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of CNB's first line Key Controls
• Champion a thorough understanding of CNB's Internal Controls Management Policy and Standards, control testing methodologies, and related regulatory and compliance standards, including but not limited to enterprise risk management, data governance, third party risk management, model risk management, business continuity, fraud risk management, and associated regulations, guidance, and regulatory expectations
• Support development of control testing frameworks and methodologies
• Develop robust and scalable testing modules, scripts, and other guides including testing approach and scoping/sampling for evaluating the effectiveness of CNB's first line Key Controls to mitigate key risk exposures related to regulatory requirements and CNB risk policies and standards
• Conduct peer review of control evaluation work papers and results
• Exhibit high attention to detail and strategic thinking in analyzing, aggregating, and articulating the results/issues of control testing activities and value-add opportunities for improvement of Key Controls to CNB Senior Management and other stakeholders
• Support the development of strategies and methodologies to ensure effective controls management aligned with industry best practices and regulatory expectations
• Provide internal controls training and development activities, including Bank-wide and targeted training to support continuous improvements of the Control Program, and to elevate controls management capabilities
• Contribute to the articulation of results/conclusions/memos of control testing activities and communicate to key stakeholders across CNB
• Enable development, implementation, and continuous improvement of technology, tools, and templates that support control testing and reporting activities
• Create and memorialize detailed control testing documentation and review commentary
• Assist with the validation and closure of control issues as identified through testing
• Maintain solid working relationships with 1LOD, 2LOD and internal audit
• Assists management with developing budget estimates and manage resources to the annual budget and test plan
• Supports a high-performance environment by fostering an inclusive work environment, mentoring/coaching staff members, and enabling opportunities for them achieve development goals
• Engages in supervisory duties, performance management, and hiring of direct reports
• Acts as brand ambassador of the CoE by developing solid working relationships across the organization as to facilitate communication and strategic partnerships
• Contribute to ad-hoc assignments and special projects

Must-Have*

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• Minimum 7 years of experience in controls testing, internal audit, quality control roles, or other complimentary capacities, preferably within the financial services industry, a public accounting firm, or with a financial institutions regulator
• Minimum 5 years of management or supervisory experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the financial services industry

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of FINRA, SEC, MSRB, FRBNY and OCC rules and regulations
• Masters' degree in business, computer science or related field is preferred.
• Experience with operating in a highly matrixed environment
• Excellent communication and presentations skills
• Demonstrated experience supporting and/or leading risk projects across multiple business lines offering a wide variety of financial services products and services
• Excellent analytical and complex problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of the financial services sector, particularly with the competitive dynamics and products in banking and risk management
• Strong project management skills
• Preferred Certifications: CPA - Certified Public Accountant, CIA - Certified Internal Auditor, CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor, and CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional

Compensation Starting base salary: $111,408 - $189,738 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.
*To be considered for this position you must meet at least these basic qualifications
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

 

Benefits and Perks

 

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ABOUT CITY NATIONAL
City National Bank, a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, is the largest bank headquartered in Los Angeles with $92.03 billion in assets as of April 30, 2024. Founded in 1954, City National provides personalized banking, investment and trust services in select markets including Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, the San Francisco Bay Area, New York City, Nashville, Atlanta, Delaware, Las Vegas, Washington D.C. and Miami.* In addition, the company and its investment affiliates manage or administer $96.83 billion in client investment assets. City National is dedicated to strengthening communities, and in 2023 alone, the company made more than $11 million in charitable contributions to nonprofits that support the communities it serves.

*City National Bank does business in Miami and the state of Florida as CN Bank.

For more information about City National, visit cnb.com.

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER & REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
City National Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and maintaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive working environment where differences are valued and encouraged. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other basis protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate or in our Code of Conduct. READ MORE

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process. Please contact us via email or leave a message at (213) 673-9139. These contact methods are dedicated to applicants whose disability prevents them from successfully applying online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Responses may take up to two business days.

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