Risk and Compliance Analyst

**Summary of Responsibilities**

Yamaha Motor Finance Canada (YMFCA) is the captive finance division of Yamaha Motor Canada, which is focused on providing financial solutions to Yamaha dealers and customers through its Retail and Wholesale finance programs as well as Warranty and insurance offerings.

The Risk and Compliance Analyst is a newly created role catered to a unique individual who will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. This role will also involve supporting quality assurance initiatives to enhance operational effectiveness.

**Key Duties & Responsibilities**
- **Risk Management**: Conduct risk assessments to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and action plans. Monitor and report on risk exposure and mitigation progress. Document requirements and meeting minutes related to Risk Management meetings and initiatives.
- **Compliance**: Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. Prepare and maintain documentation for compliance audits and reviews. Monitor changes in regulations and assess their impact on the organization.
- **Reporting**: Prepare regular reports on risk and compliance status for senior management. Collaborate with internal teams to gather data and insights for reporting purposes. Attend Risk Management reporting related meetings as well as documenting meeting minutes to document discussions and decisions.
- **Quality Assurance**: Assist in the development and implementation of quality assurance processes. Conduct audits and reviews to ensure adherence to quality standards. Provide recommendations for process improvements based on findings. Provide assistance with system testing and validation following strategy implementation.

**Education Requirements and/or Experience Requirements**
- **Degree/Diploma**:Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or a related field; advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CRCM, CERP) preferred.
- **Program of Study**:Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, Law, Information Systems, Statistics/Mathematics
- **Years of Experience**:2+ Years
- **Type of Experience**:Risk Assessment and Management, Regulatory Research and Compliance, Data Analysis and Reporting.

**Skills & Abilities**
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or a related field; advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CRCM, CERP) preferred
- 2+ years of experience in risk management, compliance, or quality assurance
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and risk management frameworks
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- **Nice to have**: Coding and BI skills such as SAS, SQL, Python, Tableau, SAS Viya, and MS Power BI
- **Attention to Detail**: Ability to accurately capture key points, decisions, and action items during meetings
- **Active Listening**: Skill in listening attentively to discussions and understanding the context to summarize effectively
- **Organizational Skills**: Proficiency in structuring notes clearly and logically for easy reference
- **Time Management**: Ability to manage time during meetings to ensure all topics are covered while keeping track of minutes
- **Written Communication**: Strong writing skills to produce clear, concise, and professional minutes.
- **Follow-Up**: Capability to track action items and ensure accountability post-meeting

Title: Risk and Compliance Analyst

Status: Full Time (Hybrid)

Department: YMFC-CA

Reports to: Director, Risk Management

Location: Toronto