First Line Control Testing Analyst

Why should you join our team?

American AgCredit offers a unique opportunity to be a part of a national financial system supporting those who feed, clothe and fuel the world. We are a growing organization embracing collaboration and innovation while delivering transformative solutions. American AgCredit provides a cultivating environment where you truly make a difference for our customers and teams.

Benefits offered by American AgCredit:

• Commitment to agriculture and the communities we serve
• Family friendly work environment
• Investment in employee development
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• Outstanding 401k – automatic 3% employer contribution, plus match up to 6%
• Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation accrued at 21 days annually, Sick Days accrued at 15 days annually, 12 paid holidays, plus 16 hours of volunteer time)
• Competitive Incentive Compensation Plan
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Employee mental, physical, and financial wellness programs
• The position is bonus eligible based on association and personal performance

Position will be posted until filled.

The First Line Control Testing Analyst performs testing of first-line controls. The role evaluates control design and operating effectiveness, documents evidence and conclusions, identifies exceptions and themes, and communicates results. The analyst works independently on a diverse range of complex testing assignments and applies sound judgment within established testing standards. This role supports management’s ability to understand whether controls are designed appropriately and operating as intended while preserving first-line ownership. 

Essential Duties:

• Performs control testing across multiple control disciplines in accordance with approved plans, methodologies, documentation standards, and quality expectations. 
• Apply testing scripts and methodologies to evaluate whether controls are appropriately designed to address identified risks and whether controls operated as intended during the period tested. 
• Define testing steps, select samples, obtain and assess evidence, document work performed, and develop clear, supportable conclusions in accordance with existing methodologies and frameworks.
• Identify control exceptions, evidence gaps, recurring themes, and potential broader impacts; escalate significant or ambiguous matters promptly. 
• Coordinates evidence collection and testing results with control owners. 
• Partner with first-line teams to understand processes, risks, controls, system dependencies, and changes affecting the control environment. 
• Incorporates reviewer feedback, maintains accurate workpapers, testing status, reporting inputs, and audit trails that support management, quality review, audit, and regulatory needs. 
• Accountable for accurately and timely assigned tests

Knowledge:

• In-depth knowledge of internal control concepts, risk assessment, control design, and design and operating effectiveness testing. 
• Knowledge of lending or financial-services operations, applicable regulatory expectations, and first-line responsibilities. 
• Knowledge of sampling, evidence evaluation, workpaper documentation, issue management, root-cause analysis, and remediation validation. 
• Knowledge of the relationships among business objectives, processes, policies, procedures, risks, controls, monitoring, and testing. 

Skills:

• Analyzes a diverse range of complex problems and develops clear, supportable conclusions. 
• Works independently, manages multiple assignments, and delivers complete work with minimal guidance. 
• Applies professional judgment to determine evidence sufficiency, exception significance, and appropriate escalation. 
• Documents testing procedures, evidence, results, and conclusions with accuracy, consistency, and traceability. 
• Communicates findings constructively and translates technical control matters into practical business language. 
• Builds effective working relationships with process owners, control owners, risk partners, and assurance functions. 
• Uses spreadsheets, reporting tools, workflow systems, and data analysis techniques to support testing and reporting. 

 

 Minimum Required Qualifications 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, risk management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. 

• Experience: 5 years of relevant experience in internal controls, risk management, compliance, audit, quality assurance, lending operations, or a related discipline. 

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience: Experience performing control testing or assurance work in a regulated lending or financial-services environment. 
• Licenses/Certifications: CIA, CRMA, CRCM, CPA, CISA, or another relevant risk, audit, compliance, or control certification

 

Travel required up to 10%

This position requires the ability to perform essential job functions in a professional office environment, which may include both indoor and outdoor work settings as needed.

The employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods and perform work at a desk and computer. Effective written and verbal communication skills are necessary to collaborate with others and convey information.

The role requires the ability to communicate, remain in a stationary position for periods of time, and use hands and fingers to operate standard office equipment. The employee may also need to reach in various directions and occasionally move or lift items up to 25 pounds.

Work is generally performed during established business hours; however, occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Responsibilities may change based on business needs. 

#LI-Remote

FULL-TIME REMOTE: These roles and job functions can be done remotely, while maintaining our strong commitment to customer service and our business goals. Employees are welcome to come to an office to work if needed, and some travel for team meetings will be required.

PAY RANGE:

Minimum $83,889.29 - Max $142,611.79 Annual

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All hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or transfer visas for applicants.

American AgCredit provides equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, military service or veteran status, victims of domestic violence, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. American AgCredit prohibits harassment of any individuals on any of the bases listed above.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].