Job Title: Financial Crime Risk Management (FCRM) tester
Contract Duration: 6 Months (Extension possible)
Pay rate: C$45 - 55/hr
Location: Toronto, ON
Work Type: Hybrid - In office x2 days a week
Summary of day-to-day Responsibilities:

• The Financial Crime Risk Management (FCRM) Enterprise Testing Team (formerly Global Anti-Money Laundering) sits within the second line of defense and conducts design and operating effectiveness testing of AML/ATF, Sanctions, and ABAC controls (collectively referred to as "FCRM Controls ") within the business lines, relevant operational and control units (including the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU)), and key FCRM technologies, Enterprise-wide (Canada, Europe, and Asia-Pacific).
• The Senior FCRM Testing Analyst executes independent testing of FCRM controls for assigned technologies (Applications/tools, etc.) across the Enterprise, which entails FCRM risks.
• This includes, but is not limited to, key FCRM technologies responsible for transaction monitoring, name screening, client risk rating, and reporting.
• The position will assume leadership of part of the engagement and have responsibility for completion of end-to-end testing phases.
• The position will require developing testing scope, identifying key controls, creating test plans, identifying and testing attributes, and assessing if the controls are sufficient to address key AML risks.
• In addition to this, this Financial Crime Risk Management (FCRM) tester position will be required to manage the end-to-end engagement and monitor progress of the engagement. As the overall engagement lead, the position will also oversee and may review the work of supporting analysts.

Key Accountabilities include the following:

• Oversee and/or independently perform testing of AML/ATF controls for the technologies which are used by the Global AML FIU, High Risk Investigations, Sanctions Operations, and ABAC teams.
• Research and evaluate methodologies for analyzing risk exposures for assigned engagements.
• Recommend enhancements to policy/guidelines resulting from observations made during testing activities.
• Lead the communication and the reporting process with the multiple stakeholders, including senior management
• Maintain a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite.
• Interact frequently with management and senior leadership of FCRM lines of businesses and technology stakeholders.
• Lead a team of Supporting Analysts throughout all phases of a testing engagement, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting.
• Undertake and complete a variety of projects and initiatives; may include the integration of cross functional processes within own area of expertise.
• Prepare and present complex reporting, analysis and assessments that will bring about significant improvements to internal processes and activities.
• Financial Crime Risk Management (FCRM) tester works independently as a subject matter expert of the functional area and applicable regulatory requirements (i.e., PCMLTFA), and may coach and educate others.
• Keep current on emerging trends and evolving regulatory requirements to find opportunities and recommend improvement areas to senior management to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the team.
• Act as a specialized resource to provide subject matter expertise for planning, risk assessment and execution of testing and monitoring activities and related AML technology processes with a high degree of complexity.

Required Education/ Experience:

• Degree/Certifications Required: CISA / CISSP considered a strong asset; CAMS and/or CFCS designation preferred,
• Years of experience: 6-8 years of experience as an analyst in IT Auditing, IT Controls Assessment, SOX Testing

Must Haves:

• 6-8 years of experience with control testing as it relates to AML/ATF technology (SAS, Oracle, Pelican)
• General, high-level understanding of AML/ATF requirements (KYC/EDD) or similar regulatory requirements (PCMLTFA)
• Familiar with IT application control frameworks (such as ITIL / COBIT) and related IT and business processes and operations
• Familiar with data manipulation technologies (SQL, SAS)
• Ability to read and understand (but not write) code

Nice to Have:

• Prior banking/ FI experience

Additional Details:
In addition to the technical capabilities, the ideal candidate should be a team player, who can think outside of the box, and pivot quickly between priorities. Would also present the below qualities:

• Knowledge of current and emerging trends.
• Skill in providing guidance to junior analysts.
• Skill in creating appropriate analysis and reporting
• Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement in making decisions.
• Skill in using computer applications including MS Office.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently.
• Knowledge of risk management environment, standards, and regulations.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate working with business unit, FCRM advisory, senior management, and business partners at all levels.

About the Company:
Top 10 bank in Canada and North America offering comprehensive financial solutions. Providing retail, commercial, wealth management, and wholesale banking services, we help clients thrive in today's evolving market.
About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation's largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
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