Location:
4900 Tiedeman Road, Brooklyn Ohio
Job Summary
The Senior Lead Analyst (QA) is a senior-level contributor within Finance Risk Governance (FRG), responsible for strengthening risk identification, issue management, and quality assurance across the Finance organization. While the role maintains accountability for regulatory reporting quality assurance activities, it expands beyond Regulatory Reporting to provide Finance-wide risk coverage, with particular emphasis on Emerging Risks and Issues Management.
Operating independently from daily execution activities, this role identifies emerging and systemic risks, evaluates control effectiveness, and partners with Finance leadership to drive proactive risk mitigation and sustainable governance outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Own the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of a designated QA and risk program pillar, with expanded responsibility for Emerging Risks & Issues Management across Finance.
Lead Finance-wide identification, assessment, and aggregation of emerging risks and issues, including thematic analysis across Finance functions.
Design and execute risk-based testing and review activities aligned to enterprise Finance risk priorities.
Manage the end-to-end issue lifecycle, including identification, escalation, root cause analysis, remediation tracking, and closure.
Establish and maintain quality and risk standards aligned with internal policies, regulatory expectations, and industry best practices.
Analyze trends and recurring issues to inform governance forums and senior Finance leadership.
Prepare and present materials for governance and advisory forums, clearly communicating Finance-wide risk themes.
Serve as a subject matter expert and escalation point for complex Finance risk, QA, and issue management matters.
Monitor regulatory and industry developments impacting Finance and adapt QA and risk methodologies accordingly.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance risk management, regulatory reporting, internal/external audit, or quality assurance within a complex financial institution.
Demonstrated experience working within a financial services environment, with exposure to multiple Finance functions.
Proven experience leading complex, risk-based testing, review, or assessment programs, including identification of issues and driving process or control improvements.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, with the ability to assess emerging and systemic risks.
Demonstrated ability to build relationships, provide credible challenge, and influence stakeholders across Finance and Risk functions.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with risk-based assessment frameworks, issue management, benchmarking, and controls testing across Finance processes.
Experience identifying and managing emerging risks or cross-functional risk themes.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to leadership or governance forums.
Competencies / Skills
Strategic Risk Leadership
Demonstrates the ability to set direction for Finance-wide QA and risk program activities, with particular focus on emerging risks and issues management. Operates with a high degree of autonomy, proactively identifies risk themes and opportunities for improvement, and promotes a culture of accountability, transparency, and proactive risk management across Finance.
Program Oversight & Review
Leads the planning, execution, and review of complex, risk-based testing and assessment programs spanning broader Finance functions. Applies advanced analytical judgment to evaluate results, identify systemic issues, and ensure outcomes are actionable and aligned with Finance risk priorities and governance expectations.
Stakeholder Relationship-Building
Builds and sustains effective working relationships with Finance and Risk stakeholders, including Corporate Treasury, Controllership, and other Finance teams. Facilitates open dialogue, navigates complex organizational dynamics, and drives alignment on risk identification, issue resolution, and remediation priorities.
Advanced Problem-Solving & Issue Management
Identifies, analyzes, and resolves complex and emerging Finance risks and issues, distinguishing isolated findings from systemic themes. Applies sound judgment to assess risk impact, recommend solutions, and escalate matters appropriately. Demonstrates adaptability in responding to evolving risk profiles and regulatory expectations.
Written & Verbal Communication
Communicates complex risk findings, trends, and recommendations clearly and effectively to management, governance forums, and cross-functional audiences. Prepares concise, high-quality materials and presentations to support informed decision-making.
Collaborative Teamwork
Works effectively across teams and disciplines to support Finance-wide risk and QA objectives. Aligns efforts across QA program pillars and risk initiatives, taking initiative to coordinate actions and drive outcomes in cross-functional environments.
Accuracy, Timeliness & Planning
Maintains a high level of attention to detail and accountability, consistently meeting quality standards and deadlines. Demonstrates strong planning and organizational skills in managing multiple priorities, supporting annual and multi-year risk and testing plans, and documenting assessments, issues, and outcomes.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $80,000.00 - $150,000.00 annually. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and geographic location. Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for incentive compensation which may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives.
Please click here (https://www.key.com/about/careers/working-with-us/benefits.html) for a list of benefits for which this position is eligible.
Key has implemented an approach to employee workspaces which prioritizes in-office presence, while providing flexible options in circumstances where roles can be performed effectively in a mobile environment.
Job Posting Expiration Date: 04/22/2026
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