Associate Finance Risk & Control

Company: Kiya.ai

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Position Purpose

The Associate – Finance Risk & Control is responsible for strengthening the permanent control framework within the Finance function. This role focuses on identifying operational risks, implementing and monitoring accounting control processes, and supporting the finance management team with key performance indicators and control insights. The role ensures alignment with BNP Paribas Group's operational risk monitoring guidelines and promotes a risk-based control culture across finance operations.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Responsibilities

• Execute 2nd level accounting controls across BNP Paribas entities.
  
• Manage Beacon publications, including static data updates (account creation, role/department/control changes).
  
• Identify risk areas and establish controls within Beacon for ACP and GCP processes.
  
• Drive the Account Owner Sign-off and First-Level Accounting Control Certification process via Beacon.
  
• For non-Beacon entities, maintain and update the Accounting Control Repository Database to reflect changes in account ownership and control responsibilities.
  
• Generate and release sign-off and certification packages for non-Beacon entities.
  
• Monitor sign-off completion and escalate delays or issues.
  

Contributing Responsibilities

• Participate in finance-related projects tied to accounting control and transformation.
  
• Support the implementation of the Group’s permanent control framework and operational risk guidelines.
  
• Assist in initiatives led by Group Financial Controls.
  
• Perform ad hoc tasks and duties as assigned by the line manager.
  

Technical & Behavioral Competencies

Technical Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Accounting, or related fields.
  
• 1–3 years of experience in reporting, internal control, or risk functions.
  
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Excel; Word and PowerPoint also required).
  
• Working knowledge of MS Access is a plus.
  
• Ability to handle and analyze unstructured data.
  
• Familiarity with audit processes and finance systems (e.g., Beacon) is an advantage.
  
• Knowledge of BNP Paribas organization and business lines is desirable.
  

Behavioral Skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy.
  
• Team collaboration and ability to work effectively across departments.
  
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
  
• Client-focused approach to service delivery.
  

Transversal Skills

• Analytical thinking and data interpretation.
  
• Ability to understand, explain, and support process changes.
  
• Capability to design or adapt control processes.
  
• Effective communication during meetings, trainings, and cross-functional discussions.
  

Education & Experience

• Education:

  Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (preferably in Mathematics, Finance, or related fields).

• Experience:

  Minimum 1–3 years in accounting control, risk management, or finance reporting functions.

Key Attributes for Success

• High attention to detail with a continuous improvement mindset.
  
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
  
• Committed to delivering quality and meeting deadlines.
  
• Able to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities.