Senior Internal Auditor

About the role

The overall purpose of the Senior Internal Auditor is to conduct audit assignments within the CIB Americas Platform to ensure that the activities and practices are consistent with Bank Standards, Regulatory Guidelines and industry best practices. The primary responsibility is to conduct risk focused audits, to evaluate the operations of the each business area, and assess the adequacy and effectiveness of the governance, internal control and risk management system.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the pre-diagnosis, diagnosis, and closure phases of each assigned audit.
• Examination of controls, risks, and processes.
• Evaluate the risk and results measurement system;
• Check the effectiveness of the internal control framework and compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards;
• Assess the robustness and optimization of business processes;
• Provide an opinion on the organization and governance of the entity;
• Make hierarchical recommendations according to the degree of risk;
• Documentation of Audit Programs, Workpapers, and Audit Reports consistent with Natixis CIB Audit Guidelines, regulatory guidelines, and industry best practices (i.e., IIA Global Audit Standards).
• Perform Recommendation Validation and Sustainability Testing for outstanding Audit Recommendations.
• Contribute to continuous monitoring, risk assessment and internal audit initiatives and projects.
• Liaise with local regulatory examiners, present to senior management and/or regulators, as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university/college.
• Minimum 9 years of relevant audit experience.
• Familiar with internal audit techniques and experience conducting risk-based audits.
• Knowledge of Banking and Capital Markets Products and the associated risks and controls.
• Strong communication skills written and verbally.
• Strong interpersonal skills in order to liaise effectively with management and other staff.
• Curious, adaptable and flexible.
• Capable of analysis and synthesis.
• Reliable and results oriented.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements (FRB, NYDFS, FINRA, SEC, ECB/ACP, etc.), and industry standards.
• Data analytics skills and interest to grow in this area.
• Audit certifications a plus (such as CIA, CPA, CISA, etc.).
• French speaking a plus.