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Associate Account Manager

Vaughan, ON · On-site

CA$56K - CA$65K/yr

The Associate Account Manager will liaise with portfolio managers in reviewing and managing the ... They will follow a detailed analysis for existing high-risk accounts to ensure continuity of ...

Athene

PRT Actuarial Associate III

Toronto, ON

The Pension Risk Transfer (PRT) Actuarial Associate III plays an important role in supporting Athene's growing PRT business by developing actuarial models, performing financial analysis, and ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Risk Associate?

To thrive as a Risk Associate, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in finance, economics, or a related field—often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with risk assessment tools, financial modeling software, and sometimes certifications such as FRM (Financial Risk Manager) or CFA are highly valued. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills help you effectively identify, assess, and communicate risks across various business units. These skills ensure accurate risk evaluation, regulatory compliance, and proactive risk mitigation for organizational stability.

What are some common challenges faced by Risk Associates when working with cross-functional teams?

Risk Associates often collaborate with departments such as compliance, audit, and operations. One common challenge is aligning risk mitigation strategies with the differing priorities and perspectives of each team. Effective communication and adaptability are key, as Risk Associates must explain complex risk concepts in ways that are relevant to each stakeholder. Building strong relationships and fostering a shared understanding of risk helps ensure that policies are implemented consistently across the organization.

What is the difference between Risk Associate vs Credit Analyst?

AspectRisk AssociateCredit Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, certifications like FRM or CRM beneficialBachelor's degree, finance or related certifications preferred
Work EnvironmentFinancial institutions, consulting firms, risk management teamsBanks, lending institutions, credit departments
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across banking, insurance, and investment firmsPrimarily in banking and lending sectors
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for risk management rolesCompared for credit evaluation roles

The main difference between a Risk Associate and a Credit Analyst lies in their focus areas. Risk Associates primarily assess overall risk exposure and develop risk mitigation strategies, while Credit Analysts evaluate the creditworthiness of individual borrowers. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and certifications, and they are commonly found in financial institutions. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers identify the right career path within the finance industry.

Does risk associate pay well?

Risk associates typically earn a competitive salary that varies based on experience, education, and industry. Entry-level positions may start lower, but with experience and certifications like FRM or CFA, salaries can increase significantly, especially in finance, insurance, or consulting sectors.

How do you become a risk associate?

To become a risk associate, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Gaining relevant experience through internships or entry-level roles and developing skills in data analysis, risk assessment, and familiarity with risk management tools are also important. Certifications like the Financial Risk Manager (FRM) can enhance prospects.

What do risk associates do?

Risk associates analyze and assess potential risks that could impact an organization’s operations, finances, or reputation. They identify vulnerabilities, develop risk mitigation strategies, and often use data analysis tools to monitor and report on risk levels, supporting informed decision-making.

What are the most commonly searched types of Risk jobs in Markham, ON?

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Infographic showing various Risk Associate job openings in Markham, ON as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

ERP Risk, Controls & Security Solutions Senior Associate

PwC

Toronto, ON • On-site

CA$65K - CA$109K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 hours ago

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 76 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Line of Service

Assurance

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Conduct and Compliance

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

A career in our Enterprise Technology Risk Solutions practice, within Risk Services, will provide you with the opportunity to assist clients in developing analytics and technology solutions that help them detect, monitor, and predict risk. Using advanced technology, we're able to focus on establishing the right controls, processes and structures for our clients to ensure that verdicts are based on accurate information and assure that information provided to third parties is accurate, complete, and can be trusted.
Our team helps business leaders develop into data driven organizations that adopt a comprehensive evidence based strategy, combined with the execution support to deliver results. You'll focus on finding value and enabling sustainable information performance by using data, tools, analytics, complex modeling, data visualization, simulation, economics, optimisation, information management, business intelligence, and industry expertise.

The Opportunity:

As a Senior Associate, unlock your potential and embrace the chance to drive meaningful outcomesthat'llelevate your career. Your role will include, butisn'tlimited to:

  • Work on large-scale technology transformation projects across end-to-end ERP transformations(primarily Workday, Oracle, and SAPERPs)as well as emerging and disruptive technologies

  • Provide risk advisory services to clients in key technology areas such asWorkday, Oracle, SAPand other ERP technologies as needed, primarily focused on:

    • Risk identification and control integration as part of an end-to-end ERP implementation;

    • IT and business process controls audit/review in context of an ERP implementation;

    • Implementation support including project management and governance;

    • Risk management and assurance over large transformation technology initiatives;

    • Design and implementation of ERP application security and controls; and

    • Experience with assessment and implementation of ERP GRC technologies

  • Performreviews and assessments of IT risks, and design and assessment of controls in support of internal and external audit and advisory engagements, in areas such as:

    • Cloud security

    • IT projects and system implementations

    • IT risk and maturity assessment

    • Access management

    • IT governance reviews

    • Data governance assessments and reviews

  • Bring strong leadership and project management skills to engagement teams, working in dynamic and cross-functional teams for large-scale and multi-national engagements.

What You'll Bring:
Your skills, knowledge, and experiences are what set you apart.Here'swhat we look for:

  • Experience and knowledge of controls integration, security design/implementation and GRC integration related to one or many large ERP solutions such asWorkday,SAP S/4 HANA,Microsoft Dynamics365and Oracle.

  • Implementation and/or assurance experience with emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence is preferred.

  • Experience in one or more of the following areas would be preferred, especially aligned in context of cloud-based / large-scale ERP systems - external and internal IT audits and reviews, data conversions, audit of controls under CPA Canada section 5970 (CSAE 3416) and SSAE 16, SOX/NI 52-109 programs; and data quality and analytics.

  • Relevant experience, including key areas such as Consulting (e.g.system implementation, project management, IT consulting, risk consulting, cyber security, etc.), Assurance(internal and/or external audit) or relevant industry roles (e.g.risk management, IT, cyber security, finance and accounting, project management, system implementation)

  • Ability to obtain Government of Canada Security Clearance; Level 2 security clearance is an asset

  • Completion of relevant certifications (e.g.CISSP, PMP, CRISC, CISM or CISA designation)isan asset

  • Certifications from large ERP vendors (e.g.Workday,Oracle, D365,SAP S/4 HANA, SuccessFactors, Ariba, SAP Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC)) is an asset

  • Business development: getting involved with new opportunities, taking a proactive role in raising awareness of the firm's services and level of commitment to the local market, developing and maturing relationships with internal staff and clients, developing proposals, identifying and pursuing opportunities to increase the practice's penetration in the public and private sector.

  • Provide high performance (e.g.clear vision/target/purpose, open communication, promoting flexibility,collaborationand accountability) to deliver high quality to clients and a rewarding experience to staff.

Thisposition ensures continuity and upholds our standards of excellence following the departure of a valued team member.

The salary range for this position is $65,600 - $109,300.The posted salary rangerepresentsthe expected hiring range forPwC locations in major citycentres. Given our national recruiting approach, ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At PwC Canada, base salary isdeterminedby your skills, experience,qualificationsand work location.In addition to base salary, eligible employees may have opportunities toparticipatein variable incentive pay programs which are designed to reward individual and firm-wide achievements.We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation.During the hiring process, our Talent Acquisition team will provide details about our comprehensive total rewards package.

Whyyou'lllove PwC

We'reinspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology,you'llbe a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at:https://jobs-ca.pwc.com/ca/en/life-at-pwc

PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations,Metisand Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism,colonialismand oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through, and we commit to allyship and solidarity.

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Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

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Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform, Auditing Methodologies, Cloud Engineering, Communication, Compliance and Governance, Compliance and Standards, Compliance Auditing, Corporate Governance, Creativity, Cybersecurity Governance, Cybersecurity Risk Management, Data Quality, Data Quality Assessment, Data Quality Assurance Testing, Data Validation, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Governance Framework, Inclusion, Information Assurance {+ 16 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

May 19, 2026We're committed to providing accommodation throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started, so we know you have questions about how and why we use it. At certain points during our recruiting process, we rely on AI to improve your experience. This could be during resume review or curating personalized job recommendations, asking you clarifying questions via a chatbot or during our interview scheduling to improve your experience. Our use of AI helps ensure we combat bias by evaluating candidates equally and fairly, without seeing identity information, such as your name, or gender for example). AI also helps us better predict successful hires by reviewing all applicants for a role and the relationship between your skills, experience and likely success at PwC Canada. While AI supports parts of our recruitment process, final hiring decisions always involve human review. For more information about our use and protection of your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy (https://www.pwc.com/ca/en/privacy-policy.html).Nous tenons a repondre a vos besoins tout au long du processus de demande d'emploi, d'entrevue et d'embauche. Si vous avez besoin de mesures d'adaptation pour etre parfaitement a l'aise, faites-le-nous savoir a l'etape de la demande d'emploi.L'utilisation de l'intelligence artificielle (IA) dans le domaine du recrutement en est a ses balbutiements. Nous savons que vous pourriez vous demander comment et pourquoi nous y avons recours. A certains stades de notre processus de recrutement, nous comptons sur l'IA pour ameliorer votre experience. Par exemple, pendant l'examen du curriculum vit ou l'elaboration d'une liste de recommandations personnalisees, un agent conversationnel pourrait vous demander des precisions ou fixer avec vous un rendez-vous pour l'entrevue. L'IA nous aide a mieux lutter contre les prejuges, car l'evaluation des candidats se fait de facon juste et equitable, sans que les informations d'identification comme le nom ou le sexe soient connues. Elle nous permet egalement de mieux reperer les bons candidats pour un poste et d'evaluer le lien entre leurs competences, leur experience et leurs chances de reussir chez PwC Canada. Bien que l'IA facilite certaines etapes de notre processus de recrutement, les decisions finales d'embauche sont toujours prises par des personnes. Pour en savoir plus sur l'utilisation et la protection de vos donnees personnelles, consultez notre politique sur la protection des renseignements confidentiels (https://www.pwc.com/ca/fr/privacy-policy.html).

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