Audit Compliance & Risk Consultant

Intrepid Prosperity; Carpinteria (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm seeks experienced Audit Consultants for internal audit and compliance roles. Candidates should have a strong background in financial services, with the ability to adapt quickly in a high-stakes environment. The role offers flexibility in work arrangements and opportunities for long-term engagement with premier clients in the banking sector.

Qualifications

• 6–12+ years of experience in internal audit or compliance audit.
• Previous roles at Big 4 or major financial institutions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal audits and compliance reviews across various sectors.
• Analyze data and produce audit reports and risk assessments.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Tools

SQL

Tableau

SAS

Python

Snowflake

Job description

Job Title : Audit Consultant – Internal Audit, Compliance & Risk (Contract) Several Open Positions!

Location : Remote or On-Site (Preference for NY, TX, or major financial hubs)

Type : Contract | 6–12 Months | W2 with Extension or Conversion Potential

Clearance / Eligibility : Must be U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder (no H1B, CPT, OPT)

• Role Summary :

We are actively recruiting for experienced Audit Consultants with a strong background in internal audit, regulatory compliance, and / or financial crime auditing to support high-impact consulting engagements at one of the largest mid-market professional services firms in the U.S. This opportunity supports the Global Banks Group through RSM, a firm known for its agile work environment and large-scale projects with financial services giants like Citibank and other Tier 1 institutions.

This is a fast-paced, high-stakes environment that demands consultants who can adapt quickly, communicate clearly, and bring proven financial services audit experience to the table.

• Key Responsibilities :

Perform internal audits and compliance reviews across capital markets, consumer lending, broker-dealers, and / or swap dealers.

Analyze data and produce audit reports, findings, and risk assessments aligned to MRA (Matters Requiring Attention) or consent order remediation efforts.

Interact with clients and regulatory bodies to support high-visibility improvement mandates (e.g., $300M+ remediations).

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, technology audit staff, and compliance departments.

Prepare workpapers and audit documentation for stakeholders and regulators.

Flex between engagements—projects often range from 4-12+ months with many consultants staying 12+ months or rotating across multiple banking clients.

• Qualifications :

6–12+ years of progressive experience in internal audit , compliance audit , or financial risk management .

Previous roles at Big 4 or major financial institutions (Goldman Sachs, Citi, Fidelity, etc.) highly preferred.

Experience with audits related to CCAR , Volcker Rule , Basel , AML , or BSA / OFAC a major plus.

Strong familiarity with broker-dealer, swap dealer , or capital markets environments .

Excellent communication skills and ability to deliver insights to both senior stakeholders and technical teams.

Ability to work independently and thrive in a dynamic, rapidly shifting consulting environment.

• Bonus Skills :

Technical fluency in SQL, Tableau, SAS, Python , or Snowflake for data-driven audits.

Experience in data audit or working alongside engineering / data science teams.

Relevant certifications : CIA, CISA, CAMS, CRCM (preferred but not required).

• Duration & Engagement :

Initial Contract Term : 6–12 months with high likelihood of extension or full-time conversion .

Work Schedule : Typically 4–5 days / week, with flexibility on hybrid or remote arrangements depending on the client.

Interview Process : Rapid — candidates may be interviewed and placed within 24–48 hours .

• Why Work Here?

Immediate access to premier clients in the banking and financial services sector.

Long-term consulting runway with top companiesand affiliated financial institutions.

High placement success rate : candidates with strong domain and communication skills are consistently placed and retained .

• Note on Eligibility :

Only U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders are eligible.

Unfortunately, visa sponsorship or transfer is not available for this role.