Overview
Vice President Finance Governance & Risk Oversight
This role focuses on providing leadership in risk and control oversight within the Finance function. It ensures effective coordination between first – line BAU teams and second – line risk teams, embedding a standardized approach to managing risks and controls. The position supports compliance with regulatory standards while fostering a robust risk and control culture.
This position is ideal for a seasoned professional passionate about fostering a robust control environment, enhancing risk frameworks and leading strategic initiatives.
Some of the key responsibilities will include :
– Support the implementation of controls across day-to-day operations within the Finance team.
– Act as part of the first-line team, providing expertise on risk management frameworks, assessments and compliance activities like KCAs and RCSAs.
– Serve as a subject matter expert in improving the Finance control environment and conducting best practices training.
– Collaborate with control champions to ensure adherence to operational risk guidelines.
– Evaluate the effectiveness of current control processes and identify areas for improvement to be managed as projects.
– Oversee the design, documentation and delivery of these projects, ensuring risk management strategies are integrated.
– Monitor project progress, address risks or issues and ensure proper handover to BAU with sign-offs.
To be eligible for this role you will require :
Must-Have Skills:
– Chartered Accountant with 16+ years of experience in financial controls, risk management or internal audits.
– Strong understanding of risk frameworks and policies with expertise in SOX/IFC testing.
– Proven ability to influence senior leadership and provide actionable insights on risk and controls.
– Exceptional report-writing and documentation skills.
Additional Skills :
– Leadership and organizational planning skills.
– Strong interpersonal and time management capabilities.
– Familiarity with financial services products and markets is a plus.