Risk Analyst jobs in Manhattan, KS

This position may be filled at the Associate or Analyst level depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

This position supports the Director of Operations Risk and Compliance by implementing frameworks and risk programs supporting the effective monitoring and management of enterprise and operational risks across the FHLBank. This position is responsible for assisting management in assessing and reporting on risk exposures, identifying and periodically testing internal controls and collaborating with the business to identify, document and implement corrective actions to address the root causes of reported risk incidents. The ideal candidate is collaborative, understands risk management principles, has excellent written and verbal communication skills, and can drive risk-awareness culture within the FHLBank.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance or other related discipline is required.

• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.

• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset.

• Attention to detail and good organizational skills.

• Knowledge of internal control system processes and risk management methodologies.

• Ability to develop an understanding of the FHLBank's operations risk related programs (i.e., SOx Section 404 and 302 compliance, risk assessments, fraud awareness, operational risk event reporting, business resiliency, vendor risk management, etc.).

• Ability to work with a variety of business partners to achieve OR department and FHLBank goals. Ability to work in a rapidly changing field and consistently meet deadlines.

• Experience using MS Office including Word and Excel and Adobe PDF.

• Must be able to work independently and operate all types of general office equipment.

Additional qualifications required for each level:

• Associate: One to three years of experience in risk management, internal audit, external audit or other similar or related fields.

• Analyst: Three to five years of experience in risk management, internal audit, external audit or other similar or related fields.

• Analyst: General knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and auditing standards.

FHLBank Topeka strives to be an employer of choice by offering industry leading benefits such as generous vacation, volunteer hours and a hybrid operating model. Below are a few more of our benefits...

• Bankwide incentive compensation program

• 401K retirement plan with competitive company match

• Multiple health insurance offerings, including free telemedicine benefits

• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick, personal, volunteer and bereavement leave

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

• Voluntary life insurance

• Incentive-based wellness program

• Paid maternity and parent bonding leave

• Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance

• Onsite fitness center with shower facilities and onsite yoga classes

• Summer hours

• Onsite cafe

At FHLBank Topeka, employees are business partners. We believe we are successful when we partner with one another and understand that our differences only make us stronger.

• Hybrid Schedule | Flexibility is the name of the game: Business partners are allowed to work remotely up to two days a week.

• Access to Leadership | The executives of FHLBank Topeka welcome communication with business partners. Stop by and say "Hi." Send an email and expect a response. Or schedule a meeting to share your perspective.

• Peer-to-Peer Recognition | Our recognition programs celebrate business partners practicing FHLBank Topeka values and those working above and beyond.

• ProfessionalWins | FHLBank Topeka offers business partners kudos for continuing education through tuition reimbursement and certification rewards.

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FHLBank Topeka is an equal employment opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, parental status, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, military status, gender identity and expression or marital status.