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Risk & Internal Controls Associate

Kraken
Western Europe
Northern Europe
+2 more
Full time
Remote

Overview

Department

Compliance

Job type

Full time

Compensation

Salary not specified

Location

Western Europe

Company size

Mature [ 50+ employess ]

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A Risk and Internal Controls Analyst is needed to support SOX compliance, maintain risk registers, track control performance, and support risk assessments. This role offers broad exposure to risk and controls across the business.

Requirements

  • 1-2+ years of experience in a risk management, internal audit, or SOX compliance role.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Risk Management, Business, Finance, Accounting).
  • Knowledge of ERM frameworks (e.g., COSO) and risk management best practices, including risk appetite, KRIs, and RCSAs.
  • Knowledge of SOX 404 requirements, ICFR, SOC reports, and the documentation/testing needed to support compliance.
  • Familiarity with IT controls is preferable.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of collaborating across departments and influencing stakeholders.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills, with a proactive and action-oriented mindset.
  • Resilience and grit, with the ability to navigate challenges and adapt in a growth-oriented environment.
  • Experience with GRC systems is preferable.
  • Knowledge of cryptocurrency markets and related technical products.
  • Responsibilities

  • Internal Controls Support (SOX)
  • Assist in maintaining risk and control documentation (e.g., RCMs, process flows, narratives) for both business and IT controls.
  • Help coordinate evidence collection and control attestations across functional and technical control owners.
  • Support quarterly SOX updates, including IT General Controls (ITGCs), and track remediation of deficiencies.
  • Prepare audit-ready documentation to support control testing for both internal and external audits.
  • Support internal reporting processes and respond to audit and compliance document requests.
  • Enterprise Risk Management Activities
  • Help update the enterprise and departmental risk registers
  • Assist in risk assessments and RCSAs (Risk & Control Self-Assessments)
  • Support in monitoring and tracking Key Risk Indicators (KRIs)
  • Participate in root cause analysis for risk incidents and control failures
  • Help maintain the Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) system.
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