Audit Manager

A regional financial institution is seeking an Audit Manager to join its Internal Audit team with a focus on Financial Crimes, BSA/AML, and Regulatory Compliance coverage.

This role will be responsible for leading risk-based audits and evaluating the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control frameworks across financial crimes and compliance-related activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead audits covering BSA/AML, Financial Crimes, Sanctions, OFAC, and Regulatory Compliance programs.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of controls, monitoring activities, and risk management practices.
• Perform risk assessments, develop audit programs, and identify control enhancement opportunities.
• Draft audit observations, support root cause analysis, and monitor remediation activities.
• Partner with business, compliance, and risk stakeholders to assess emerging risks and regulatory developments.
• Mentor and oversee junior audit team members throughout the audit lifecycle.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in Internal Audit, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, or related disciplines.
• Prior experience auditing BSA/AML, Financial Crimes, or Compliance programs.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CAMS, CRCM, CIA, or related credentials preferred.