What are the responsibilities and job description for the ERM Auditor Analyst position at Spar Information Systems?
Description:
An Experienced ERM Professional passionate about identifying, assessing, and reporting on enterprise-wide risks, as well as providing data-driven insights and recommendations to mitigate those risks.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain ERM methodology and tools
- Coordinate and administer the ERM program to gather and report risk mitigation results
- Prepare and present risk reports and dashboards to senior management and stakeholders
- Collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in risk exposure and performance
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of risk management strategies and controls
- Stay updated on the latest developments and emerging risks in the industry
Minimum qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, Risk Management, or a related field
- 3 years of experience in enterprise risk management, internal audit, risk advisory, compliance, or a related governance function
- Working knowledge of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks and processes (e.g., risk identification, assessment, prioritization, mitigation, and monitoring)
- Experience supporting risk assessments, surveys, or workshops involving senior leadership or cross functional stakeholders
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative risk information into clear insights
- Experience preparing professional written deliverables, including executive ready summaries, dashboards, or presentations
- Ability to collaborate effectively across functions (e.g., Finance, Legal, IT, Supply Chain, Strategy) and manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
- High attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to handle sensitive or confidential information appropriately
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Preferred qualifications
- Experience working in an Enterprise Risk Management program within a global, complex organization
- Prior exposure to Board of Directors, Audit Committee, or Executive Leadership Team (ELT) risk reporting
- Experience supporting or managing annual enterprise risk assessments (ERA), including survey design, administration, analysis, and reporting
- Familiarity with integrating ERM outputs into strategic planning, audit planning, or capital allocation discussions
- Experience with GRC or ERM tools (e.g., Optro (AuditBoard), Archer, ServiceNow GRC, MetricStream, or similar platforms)
- Knowledge of key enterprise risk areas such as geopolitical risk, regulatory risk, technology/AI risk, supply chain risk, or cyber risk
- Background in internal audit, risk advisory, or Big 4 / consulting environment
- Professional certifications or progress toward certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA, CRMA, or equivalent)
- Strong data visualization or dashboarding skills to support executive level risk insights
- Ability to operate independently, anticipate stakeholder needs, and drive work forward with minimal supervision
Functional Knowledge
- Knowledge of ERM frameworks
- Relevant certifications include CPA, CISA, CIA, PMP, CERA, CRM
Business Expertise
- Applies best practices; understands integration with other functions; maintains awareness of changes in ERM program best known methods.
Leadership
- Serves as a resource for less experienced colleagues; may lead small projects with manageable risk.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Problem Solving
- Strong attention to detail with an analytical mind and outstanding problem-solving skills.
- Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
Interpersonal Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for collaborating and coordinating across teams.