The Role / Responsibilities:
The ARC Senior Analyst is an experienced professional capable of assisting with the development, execution and continuous improvement of an integrated Financial & IT Risk Controls plan encompassing in accordance with Moody's and departmental standardsMaintains an understanding of the financial, operational, and technology processes, risks and controls related to Moody's business, specifically for the area under review.Understands team objectives and cooperates and collaborates with others to achieve them.Validate operating effectiveness of SOX controls and delivering a quality work product, free of errors and on time.Develop test steps for the area under review commensurate with the nature of risk and risk levels.Performs testing of various Reports, Interfaces, Applications, and ITGCsPerforms detailed reviews of the tests/audits conducted by the teamProactively identify and monitor process and system changes, and other areas of change that have a direct impact on the company's financial statements and related disclosuresSupport improvements relating to internal controls within accounting and finance, and/or corporate systems, and consult on internal controls during the implementation of new IT systems;Maintain repository of documentation, testing evidence, and internal policies, and provide summary status reporting and presentation to business units and managementPerforms a root cause analysis and impact assessment on the issues identified during course of testing/audit in accordance with a framework designedUnderstands the processes/controls under review and uses critical thinking to ensure that identified risks are appropriately mitigated by management proceduresDemonstrates ability to outline facts around potential issues and discuss internally and with stakeholders.Develops and maintain good working relations with stakeholders and external auditorsInteract with management at various levels regarding internal controls, issues and the projectDemonstrates ability to delegate work effectively and take ownership/ accountabilityManages multiple and often conflicting priorities tasks in a Global EnvironmentDrive improvements & Identifies for enhancing delivery by applying analysis, business intelligence, and problem-solving techniquesDrive the integration of DA and associated data visualizations to deliver innovative, insightful, and actionable analysesBuild production-ready analytical tools to support repeatable and reusable processes.Build, develop and maintain data models, reporting systems, data automation systems, dashboards and performance metrics support that support key business decisionsCapable of performing intermediate level data analytics functions within Excel or equivalent applications (e.g. Access, Tableau, ACL), and leverages, contributes, and improves the data analytics library.Continuously expands knowledge of data analytics and use of technology to enhance audit testing, identify opportunities for continuous monitoring and repeatable test plans.Maintains curiosity and exercises professional skepticismCoach team members to enhance their competence and professional development.Qualifications :Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and CISA, CIA as additional qualification will be preferredCA, CPA or equivalent professional qualification will good to have4-6 years of experience in a Big 4 Accounting firm and/or a global organizationAdvanced Knowledge for testing ITGC, C&A testing of reports & interfacesERP Control testing experience & SOC1 Review and Evaluation will be an added advantageKnowledge of internal controls, internal controls framework and risk standards (e.g. COSO, ISO, NIST etc.), Sarbanes Oxley Act, GAAP and financial systems and related technology.Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. The following would be advantageous:Experience working with and creating databases and dashboards using relevant data to inform decisionsExperience with querying languages, e.g. SLQ, SAS, etc.Experience with data visualization tools, e.g. Tableau, Alteryx, Power BI