AML and Sanctions Audit Consultant (Temporary)
About the role
As a Temporary Consultant in our Regulatory Compliance Financial Crime practice, you will work with a broad array of professionals who take pride in providing cutting-edge industry AML and regulatory compliance best practices to assist clients in administering a sound and compliant AML risk management environment.
The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance and Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) laws; internal audit processes and best practices; risk and control matrices; and design/operational effectiveness testing. This position focuses on AML compliance independent testing and internal audit engagements at institutions of various types, including large and mid-sized banking organizations, MSBs, alternative payment providers (i.e., Fintech organizations), broker/dealers, and asset managers.
Responsibilities
- Develop, audit, and monitor compliance of BSA/AML requirements for financial institutions of all sizes
- Execute across all phases of an audit, including planning, conducting process walkthroughs, developing/executing test procedures, tracking artifacts, and reporting on deliverables
- Submit written or oral reports of audit results to senior management and audit committees including findings, analysis, conclusions, and recommended actions
- Build and manage relationships with Business Lines across all three lines of defense
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 3+ years of experience in BSA/AML consulting/advisory, bank internal audit, or compliance testing
Qualifications
Exceptional candidates will demonstrate:
- Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (CAMS), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Analyst (CISA), or other relevant professional certification
- Proficiency with AML/BSA regulatory requirements for retail banking activities, products, and services
- Understanding of relevant banking regulations and supervisory expectations for large financial institutions
- Knowledge and practical use of statistical analytics and testing methods
- Experience working in a project environment with top 50 banks
- Experience working in a professional services or project-based environment
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills
- Prior financial services internal audit consulting or financial services third-line internal audit experience
- Strong understanding of BSA/AML, sanctions, legal, and regulatory environment for financial institutions of all sizes
- Ability to travel up to 5% if requested for project(s)
About Crowe
At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work with life moments, you’re trusted to deliver results and make an impact. We embrace you for who you are, care for your well-being, and nurture your career. Everyone has equitable access to opportunities for career growth and leadership.
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Crowe provides professional services through two separate entities: Crowe LLP delivers audit and attest services, and Crowe Advisory LLC provides tax, advisory, consulting, and other nonattest services. The Crowe Global network consists of more than 300 independent accounting and advisory services firms in more than 150 countries around the globe.