Sr. Analyst, Operational Controls Testing

First National Bank of Omaha
vision insurance, tuition assistance, 401(k)
United States, Nebraska, Omaha
May 28, 2025
At FNBO, our employees are the heart of our story-and we're committed to their success! Please see below the details of this career opportunity and how it fits into our organization's success. Our Modern, Flexible Workplace: We believe in a Modern, Flexible Workplace, and we are continuously exploring advancements in technology and office environments to make it easier to work from anywhere at any time, allowing for more flexibility in where and how you work. We know that choice and flexibility are important to you. We also recognize that flexible and remote positions can become opportunities for military partners, caregivers, and individuals with disabilities to thrive at our company. We invite you to consider what a Modern, Flexible Workplace can mean for you! It is anticipated that an incumbent in this role will work onsite for three (3) or more days a week and will have a dedicated workspace when working onsite. Work location is subject to change based on business needs. Summary of the Job: As a Senior Analyst, Operational Controls Testing is responsible for leading and developing a critical second line of defense operational controls testing program to ensure departmental processes and corporate initiatives adhere to operational standards, policies, and regulatory requirements as well as perform testing activities. This includes policy/program development, enhancement and training, reporting to oversight committees and providing guidance to team members, validating the execution of complex testing to ensure business line operational controls are designed appropriately and operating as intended. Additionally, this role will drive the evolution of operational testing by identifying opportunities to enhance and automate testing and monitoring activities. About This Role: Key Responsibilities Partner with management to develop an operational control testing program using industry standards and best practices to ensure operational controls are designed appropriately and operating as intended. Develop comprehensive testing methodologies to assess compliance with operational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Conduct independent testing of operational controls to identify gaps and ensure effectiveness. Prepare detailed and objective documentation supporting test conclusions and findings. Review operational issues to provide effective challenge and ensure quality of supporting documentation. Perform complex quantitative and qualitative analysis of operational data using modern testing techniques. Identify operational control weaknesses and develop practical recommendations for remediation. Partner with data and technology teams to implement automated, full-population, and continuous testing of operational controls. Manage various ad-hoc requests related to operational testing from internal Auditors and regulatory bodies. Serve as a subject matter expert on complex operational testing matters. Build and maintain strong relationships with business partners and other control functions to facilitate collaboration across all lines of defense. Prepare reporting to Board oversight committees regarding testing metrics and results; and Facilitate the execution of action plans related to testing findings. Ideal Candidate Qualities Meticulous:Takes time to understand the impact of operational initiatives while also diving into details to ensure expectations are met. Curious:Questions processes, explores alternatives, challenges conventional thinking, and partners with stakeholders to improve operational standards. Analytical:Experienced in root cause analysis with strong problem-solving capabilities. Translator:Able to interpret operational requirements and communicate them effectively to various stakeholders. Creative:Comfortable with undefined problems and new challenges, with a passion for process improvement. The Ideal Candidate for This Role: Basic Qualifications At least 5 years in operational risk management, process controls, or similar analytical discipline within banking. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to translate complex operational information into comprehensible test results and recommendations. Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.). Demonstrated experience building consensus and addressing complex operational issues at all organizational levels. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience. Five or more years of experience executing controls testing within functions such as Operational Risk, Compliance, or Audit in a mid-size or large financial institution. Deep understanding of operational risk frameworks and control environments. Compensation: Compensation range (base pay): $80,061.00-$132,099.00 This role may have a specific starting pay within this range. Final compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level. Benefits Overview: We offer a variety of benefits designed to keep you and your family physically and financially healthy. Not only do we offer a competitive salary and work-life balance, we offer benefits to match your needs: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance 401k, With Matching Contributions Time Off Programs Health Savings Account (HSA)/Dependent Care Employee Banking Growth Opportunities Tuition Assistance Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance Learn more about FNBO benefits here: https://www.fnbo.com/careers/benefits/. For additional information regarding compensation and benefits, e-mail FNBO at TAGAdmin@fnni.com. To ensure you receive a response, include the number of this job (listed below) in the subject line of your message. Job number: R-20250609 Equal Opportunity & Belonging: FNBO believes that the quality of our employee experience is at the heart of our customer experience. One key pillar of our intended employee experience is Belonging. Belonging means we are committed to fostering a workplace culture where employees of all backgrounds feel valued, recognized, and empowered to be their authentic selves-no matter their role or where they are in their journey. Learn more here. FNBO is an equal opportunity employer for all employees and applicants and makes employment decisions without regard to status or identity. Click here to download 'EEO is The Law' Self-Print Poster Click here to download 'EEO is The Law' Supplement for Federal Contractors Click here to download 'EEO is The Law' GINA Supplement FNBO is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer - Member FDIC FNBO follows federal law regarding the use of marijuana (this applies to all non-California applicants) Application Deadline: All our jobs will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days. Job postings may come down prior to 5 calendar days based on volume of applicants.