Risk Associate Analyst - EY GDS

Career Family Risk Management Service
Role Type Associate Analyst/Analyst
Competency Personal Independence Reporting Assistance (PIRA)
Personal Independence Compliance Testing (PICT)
Role Rank 66

Role name and description
Risk Associate Analyst

The opportunity
Risk Management Services (RMS) has been operating in EY GDS Poland for almost 10 years as part of a global function, expanded its GDS presence to Argentina this year, and continues to grow rapidly. Within RMS, Independence is the largest sub-function, responsible for delivering key internal processes that help ensure EY and its professionals comply with auditor independence rules and regulations. This work supports EY Member Practices by helping them remain free from interests or relationships that could compromise, or appear to compromise, the objectivity, integrity, and impartiality required in audit engagements.
The role offers opportunities to work in a dynamic, growth-focused environment, with an objective of protecting EY’s reputation as an independent auditor, by providing support to EY member firm practices. It also involves close collaboration with global teams and stakeholders to strengthen the compliance framework and foster a mindset of continuous improvement and client enablement.

Your key responsibilities
As a Risk associate, you will:
• Support Personal Independence testing and/or assistance function by learning and applying Independence policies and processes, using global tools and databases to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory requirements.
• Review and analyze sensitive information and documents, assess their completeness, accuracy, and appropriateness.
• Conduct secondary research using internal and external databases.
• Perform reconciliation, research and provide preliminary recommendations.
• Conduct audits/assistance reviews of U.S. professionals to ensure compliance with Independence regulations.
• Communicate with senior EY employees to clarify/obtain additional information and address inquiries regarding their personal financial relationships.
• Share insights and ideas to improve processes and contribute to special projects.
• Provide additional support in dedicated projects/task assignments.

Skills and attributes for success
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
• Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Comfortable with technology and eager to learn new tools
• Ability to manage efficient working relationship with peer colleagues and different teams

To qualify for the role, you must have
• Fluent English
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Attention to details and demonstrable research skills
• Basic knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Ideally, you’ll also have
• Degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Law or related field (or in progress).
• Basic understanding of financial terminologies, compliance, internal audit, risk management.

Experience is a plus but not required. We welcome fresh graduates and career starters.

What we look for
We are interested in hiring a team player with strong communication and analytical skills, as well as the right attitude to propose process improvements. Ideally you should have degree in economy, finance, business administration or a related field and some experience in business research.
You should be able to independently complete your regular responsibilities according to tight deadlines, have a positive attitude, an open mind and willingness to adapt to new technologies. You should be flexible, open for challenges and changes as our environment is young and dynamic.

What we offer
EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across nine locations – Argentina, Hungary, India, the Philippines, Poland, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Spain and the United Kingdom – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.
• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

About EY
EY | Building a better working world

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.

Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
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