Lead FCS Business Risk & Control Advisor

Discover. A brighter future.

With us, you’ll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it — we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.

Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.

Job Description:

Discover will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position.  Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You’ll Do

• Responsible for using subject matter expert knowledge of Finance and Corporate Services (FCS) to be a thought leader in the area of risk management; leading and influencing partnerships with FCS business process owners to identify, assess, mitigate and control key operational, compliance and other risk types within FCS.

• Responsibilities include executing a strategic risk plan/program that assesses current and emerging risks associated with legal, regulatory, and other risk related exposures; as well as enhancing the control environment by strengthening risks, controls, policy/standards/procedures, process mapping, control testing, managing FCS issues and actions, root cause and remediation.

• Actively manages and escalates risk and customer-impacting issues within the day-to-day role to management.

How You’ll Do It

• Partners with the business process owners by risk consulting and providing advice on control design to effectively mitigate risks. Risk consulting support for the implementation of enterprise policies, standards/procedures, and regulatory changes with the process owners.

• Performs risk assessments to identify and assess risks, coordinates, and supports control effectiveness assurance across the processes. Partners with FCS to develop, integrate, maintain, and monitor procedures and controls to ensure compliance with Federal and State laws and regulations.

• Participates in the development of root cause analysis, action plans and monitors the remediation in an effective and timely manner.

• Support a strong risk management culture through proper implementation and execution of Corporate Risk Programs, Policies, Standards and Procedures.

Qualifications You’ll Need

The Basics

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or Finance or related

• 4+ years of experience in Finance and/or Accounting, Risk Management, or related field

• In lieu of education, 6+ years of experience in Finance and/or Accounting, Risk Management, or related field

Bonus Points If You Have

• 6+ years of experience in Finance and/or Accounting, Risk Management, or related field

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Application Deadline:

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Aug-21-2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.

Compensation:

The base pay for this position generally ranges between $75,500.00 to $127,900.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.

Benefits:

We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Time Off

• 401(k) Plan

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account

• STD, Life, LTD and AD&D

• Recognition Program

• Education Assistance

• Commuter Benefits

• Family Support Programs

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com.

What are you waiting for? Apply today!

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