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Managers Control Self-Assessment (MCA) Lead Analyst

Costa Rica, Heredia · Job Posted March 01, 2026
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Individuals in MCA are responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive and robust Managers Control Self-Assessment (MCA), also known as Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA), and the execution of control activities thus improving identification and remediation of significant control issues and operational risk events in a timely manner.

Job Responsibility

  • Support control activities of the Managers Control Self-Assessment (MCA) program, also known as Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA)
  • Assist & oversee the MCA program, including the annual/semi-annual/quarterly/monthly attestation, quality oversight, and related reporting
  • Identify, analyze, and assess potential risks, ensuring timely identification and remediation of significant control issues and operational events
  • Support the execution of the MCA in accordance with the ORM Policy & Framework, as well as applicable Policies, Standards, and Procedures
  • Develop and maintain ORM tools and methodologies to support accurate and consistent assessments of the risk and control environment
  • Regularly monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and evaluate the effectiveness of risk and controls • Recommend enhancements or improvements as necessary to the MCA
  • Maintain a robust tracking and reporting MCA inventory including key metrics to provide visibility on the status of control gaps and MCA quality control processes
  • Drive MCA best practices, transformation, and execution consistency across business/functions
  • Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of teams and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards

Requirements

  • Minimum of 6-10 years of experience in operational risk management, compliance, audit, or other control-related functions in the financial services industry
  • Ability to identify, measure, and manage key risks and controls
  • Strong knowledge in the development and execution for controls
  • Proven experience in control related functions in the financial industry
  • Proven experience in implementing sustainable solutions and improving processes
  • Understanding of compliance laws, rules, regulations, and best practices
  • Understanding of Citi’s Policies, Standards, and Procedures
  • Strong analytical skills to evaluate complex risk and control activities and processes
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to engage at the senior management level
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
  • Bachelor's/University degree, Master's degree preferred

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