Director, Audit Manager

BNY; Frankfurt; Vor Ort; EUR 100.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive compensation

Flexible global resources

Generous paid leave

Zusammenfassung

BNY is seeking a Director, Head of Audit for its Zurich Branch, located in Frankfurt. The successful candidate will develop and implement a risk-based internal audit plan while leading audit engagements across financial and operational areas.

Applicants should possess a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and have 12-15 years of relevant experience, including management experience. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits, fostering a strong culture of excellence.

Qualifikationen

• 12-15 years of total work experience.
• 5-7 years of management experience preferred.
• In-depth understanding of audit methodologies and financial services.

Aufgaben

• Develop and maintain a risk-based internal audit plan.
• Lead and manage audit engagements.
• Report audit findings to senior management.

Kenntnisse

Audit methodologies

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Critical thinking

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Jobbeschreibung

Position

Director, Head of Audit (Zurich Branch) – located in Frankfurt.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a risk‑based internal audit plan for the Zurich Branch
• Lead and manage audit engagements across financial, operational, and compliance areas
• Assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes
• Report audit findings and action plan status to the Branch senior management
• Track remediation plans and corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks and professional standards (e.g., IIA, COSO)
• Act as the internal audit point of contact for the Branch external auditors and coordinate all regulatory replies and meetings with the BNY SA/NV (European Bank) Chief Auditor
• Support the building, development of a high‑performing audit team and act as mentor
• Provide strategic insights on emerging risks, jurisdictional compliance and regulatory developments

Qualifications

• Possess a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• 12‑15 years of total work experience, with 5‑7 years of management experience preferred; prior experience in a mid‑to‑high‑level managerial role in audit
• In‑depth understanding of audit methodologies and knowledge of financial services, with ability to evaluate the appropriateness of audit results across multiple lines of business
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks and risk assessment methodologies
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• International or multi‑entity audit experience
• Experience in a regulated environment (financial services, investment management, or corporate groups)
• Exposure to data management and governance
• Practical experience applying data analytics and AI techniques to audit planning, execution, or reporting
• Additional core skill requirements include understanding the application and interpretation of analytics results for audit, critical thinking and problem solving
• Enthusiastic, self‑motivated, effective under pressure and willing to take personal responsibility/accountability

Benefits and Rewards

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and well‑being programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay‑for‑performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey, focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and help you reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leave, including paid volunteer time, to support you and your family through moments that matter.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – Under‑represented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.