Audit Project Manager I-Financial Crimes

This is a hybrid role (if located in Charlotte, NC, Raleigh, NC) with the expectation that time working will regularly take place inside and outside of a company office. Two days a week in office. Open to remote in several markets for highly qualified candidate.

This Audit Project Manager I position is responsible for leading audit projects on the Financial Crimes Audit team. Determines appropriate project scope by assessing significant risks and controls. Documents and evaluates internal controls, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements including BSA/AML and OFAC, and identifies business risks. Reviews transactions to identify potential suspicious activities. Develops advanced procedures that improve process efficiency and mitigate risk. Supervises audit activities, providing expertise through knowledge in area of work.

• Project Management - Assigns, supervises, and reviews audit projects. Provides feedback, direction, and professional development to assisting auditors. Conducts special projects and facilitates external audits.
• Process Improvements - Creates reports and other documentation to communicate findings. Designs audit procedures, techniques, and sample approach to validate testing methods. Communicates effectively with both internal and external parties, acting as a resource on audit procedures.
• Audit - Develops and executes audit procedures, performs complex analysis, uses appropriate general and audit-specific technology, and provides sufficient evidence to conclude on the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control system. Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Verifies the reasonableness of financial data.
• Documentation - Compiles all relevant business, process, and system information prior to auditing. Updates process flows, risks, and controls, and accounts for the impact of technology on the control environment.
• Risk Assessment - Evaluates risk within the internal audit control system. Develops process improvements to avoid financial losses. Creates action plans to address unmitigated exposures.

Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of experience in Public accounting or Bank internal auditing.

Required designation as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Bank Auditor (CBA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA). OR High School Diploma or GED and 8 years of experience in Public accounting or Bank internal auditing.

Required designation as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Bank Auditor (CBA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

License or Certification Type: Designation as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of internal and external laws, policies, and procedures regulating Internal Audit actions
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), SEC Rules, and SOX Act

Preferred Skills:

• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) Certificate preferred (to be obtained within 18 months from new hire date).
• BSA/AML Audit experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering/Countering The Financing of Terrorism (BSA/AML/CFT) and Sanctions Laws and Regulations.
• Experience auditing/assessing components of a Financial Crimes Compliance Program, i.e., perform Internal Audits or Compliance Testing Reviews related to Transaction Monitoring, Screening, Know your Customer (KYC), Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR), etc.
• Deep understanding of governance processes related to Financial Crimes and Fraud Investigations.
• Familiarity with data analytics and emerging audit technologies is highly desirable.

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.