Barclays
ControlTesting
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optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Control Testing at Barclays. Provide independent insurance on control processes. Advise on improvements to internal controls”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure efficiency and effectiveness of internal controls; Mitigate potential risks and issues; Improve overall control efficiency; Drive continuous improvement; Deliver to a consistently excellent standard; Achieve objectives of the organisation sub-function
Industry & Context.
Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions; Make evaluative judgements based on analysis
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelors in Accountancy/ MBA/ BBA in Finance, Chartered Accountant, CIA/ ACCA/ CMA
Nice to Have
Understanding of audit principles, Analytical & Critical thinking, Verbal & Written communication skills, Knowledge of Risk Management and Internal Controls, SME across Priority Risk such as Third Party, Fraud, Change & Resilience, risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking, digital and technology, job-specific technical skills
What You'll Do.
Provide independent insurance on control processes
Advise on improvements to internal controls
Execute ad-hoc assessments and testing
Develop detailed test plans and procedures
Identify weaknesses in internal controls
Communicate key findings and observations
Provide corrective actions to senior managers
Resolve complex issues
Ensure consistent testing methodologies
Develop a knowledge centre
Distribute material on internal controls
Train and upskill colleagues
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaboration across the bank; Collaboration with other control professionals; Partner with other functions and business areas; Guide and persuade team members; Act as contact point for stakeholders outside immediate function; Building a network of contacts outside team and external to organisation
Communication Scope
Communication of key findings and observations; Verbal & Written communication skills; Guide and persuade team members; Communicate complex / sensitive information
Full Job Description
# **Job Description** **Purpose of the role** To partner with the bank, to provide independent insurance on control processes and advise on improvements to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the bank’s internal controls framework. **Accountabilities** * Collaboration across the bank to maintain a satisfactory, robust, and efficient control environment through the execution of ad-hoc assessments and testing on the design and operational effectiveness of the internal controls, aligned to control policies and standards. * Development of detailed test plans and procedures to identify weaknesses in internal controls and other initiatives aligned to the bank’s control framework to mitigate any potential risks and issues, prioritised by its severity to disrupt bank operations, potential losses, and reputational impact. * Communication of key findings and observations to the relevant stakeholders and business units to improve overall control efficiency and provide corrective actions to senior managers. Collaboration with other control professionals to resolve complex issues and ensure consistent testing methodologies across the bank. * Development of a knowledge centre containing detailed documentation of control assessments, testing on design and operational effectiveness of procedures, findings, and the distribution of material on internal controls to train and upskill colleagues within the bank. **Analyst Expectations** * To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement. * Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise * Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise * They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources. * If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a cle
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