Lead FCS Business Risk & Control Advisor

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Job Description:
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, 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

• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration and Management, Finance, or related
• 4+ years of experience in Finance and/or Accounting, Risk Management, or Related Experience
• In Lieu of Education 6+ years of experience in Finance and/or Accounting, Risk Management, or Related Experience

Physical and Cognitive Requirements
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by federal, state, and local laws:

• Primarily remain in a stationary position.
• No required movement about the work environment to complete the major responsibilities of the job.
• Primarily performed indoors in an office setting.
• Ability to operate office equipment such as but not limited to computer, telephone, printer, and calculator.
• Ability to communicate verbally.; Ability to communicate in written form.

Bonus Points If You Have

• 6+ years of experience in Finance and/or Accounting, Risk Management, or Related Experience

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.
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Application Deadline:
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Jan-12-2025. 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 $77,500.00 to $131,500.00. 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 .
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All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.
Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision)
Discover complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, to complete an application, and/or to participate in an interview, please email [email protected] . Any information you provide regarding your accommodation needs will be kept confidential and will only be used to determine and provide necessary accommodation.