Financial Crimes Audit Senior Manager

NTT DATA; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global innovator as a Financial Crimes Audit Senior Manager in Charlotte, NC. This role focuses on delivering exceptional advisory services in financial crimes, ensuring compliance and risk management excellence. You will lead audit strategies, mentor teams, and drive continuous improvement in audit processes. Ideal candidates possess extensive experience in AML and Internal Audit, along with strong leadership and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in the Financial Services Industry.
• 4+ years of experience in Quality Control / Quality Assurance.
• 6+ years of experience in AML/BSA and Internal Audit.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality assurance reviews and assessments.
• Direct execution of audit strategies and programs.
• Oversee and mentor a multidisciplinary team of auditors.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Leadership

Client-Centric Focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, data analytics, computer science, or a related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Job description

Req ID:324974

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Financial Crimes Audit Senior Manager to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina (US-NC), United States (US).

Who we are:

NTT DATA America strives to hire exceptional, innovative, and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. Our Financial Services Consulting team includes management consultants who help financial institutions respond to digital proliferation by focusing on customer-oriented services, just-in-time services, and modularized product offerings. We’re a partner who’s there for our client’s transformation journey – from strategy and delivery to achieving business outcomes. Our clients include many of the top 10 U.S. banks. Learn more about how we partner with our Banking & Financial Services clients: https://us.nttdata.com/en/services/consulting-services/banking-and-financial-services-consulting

How You’ll Help Us:

As a Financial Crimes Audit Senior Manager, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our firm's mission to deliver exceptional financial crimes advisory services in support of the third line of defense, uphold regulatory compliance standards, and support our clients in achieving their business objectives. Join us in making a meaningful impact on financial services risk management and compliance excellence.

How We Will Help You:

Joining NTT DATA is not only a job, but a chance to grow your career. We are committed to supporting your professional growth, development, and overall success. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to leverage your expertise in AML, quality assurance, and compliance management while advancing your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Together, we will uphold our commitment to delivering exceptional client service, driving regulatory compliance excellence, and shaping the future of financial crimes risk management.

Why the Role Is Important:

We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Crimes Audit Senior Manager with extensive experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Internal Audit to play a pivotal role in overseeing assigned areas of audit work acting as an Auditor-in-Charge (AIC) and executing audit strategy for multiple business groups. Key responsibilities include driving risk-based auditing by defining scope and test procedures to evaluate the control environment in conformance with audit policies, assessing issues for business impact and recommending severity ratings, drafting audit reports, and managing business partner relationships. Job expectations include fostering an inclusive work environment, and mentoring team members.

Once You Are Here, You Will Work On:

• Quality Assurance Leadership: Lead a team responsible for conducting quality assurance reviews and assessments to validate the effectiveness of remediation efforts and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies. Oversee the drafting of comprehensive quality reports, present results and recommendations to senior audit management globally, and facilitate discussions on risk, demonstrating advanced QA and Internal Audit expertise. Collaborate with other consultants to align QA activities with client objectives and ensure the highest standards of audit delivery.
• Audit Strategy & Execution Oversight: Direct the execution of audit strategies for risk-based auditing by setting audit scope, designing audit programs, and guiding the drafting of audit reports that leverage automation and innovative methodologies. Provide leadership and mentorship to team members during the audit process, ensuring timely, high-quality deliverables. Evaluate impacts on business processes and controls, deliver actionable recommendations, and escalate critical themes or trends, drawing on broad business and industry knowledge.
• Process Improvement & Optimization: Champion the identification of trends and act as a catalyst for continuous improvement within the audit function. Lead efforts to enhance audit processes and practices and provide strategic recommendations on severity ratings and escalation of emerging themes. Utilize insights to identify areas for improvement and recommend operational changes that drive efficiency and effectiveness for the client.
• Team Leadership & Client Relationship Management: Oversee and mentor a multidisciplinary team of auditors, fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Provide clear direction and support professional development to ensure high performance and engagement. Build and maintain strong relationships with client business partners and stakeholders, serving as a trusted advisor. Identify opportunities to expand NTT Data’s services into other audit domains such as IT Audit, Cyber, and beyond, and proactively propose innovative solutions that deliver additional value to the client.
• Strategic Growth & Capability Expansion: Leverage extensive audit and consulting experience to uncover new business opportunities within the client’s organization. Proactively identify areas for growth and collaborate with internal NTT Data teams to bring forward the firm’s extensive capabilities. Develop and execute strategies that drive value creation, enhance the client’s risk management posture, and support the expansion of services into new audit and risk domains.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, data analytics, computer science, or a related field
• 9+ years of experience in the Financial Services Industry in a program management function
• 4+ years of experience in Quality Control / Quality Assurance
• 6+ years of experience on projects focused in AML/BSA and Internal Audit, including:
  • AML/BSA
  • KYC / Onboarding
  • Large-Scale Audit Testing / Remediation
  • Core Financial Services
• 2+ years of experience in a Management Consulting firm (Big 4 preferred)
• Technical proficiency with advanced Excel skills (including pivot tables, complex formulas, and data modeling)
• Experience applying statistical analysis techniques to drive data-driven decision-making

Preferred Skills:

• Experience initiatingand mobilizinglarge-scale operational engagements and manage cross-functional teams
• Experience collaborating with technology, data, and analytics stakeholders to define business requirements, improve execution efficiency, and deliver actionable reporting
• Experience with data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) to create interactive dashboards and reports
• Knowledge of SQL for data extraction, transformation, and analysis
• Industry-related certifications such as Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or similar
• Technical certifications such as Certified Analytics Professional (CAP), Data Analyst Associate (Power BI), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or similar

Ideal Mindset:

By embodying this ideal mindset, you will contribute to the success of our firm, uphold our commitment to regulatory compliance excellence, and support our clients in navigating complex financial crimes challenges with confidence and integrity.The ideal mindset for the role of Quality Assurance Audit Manager with expertise in AML and BSA programs includes:

Commitment to Compliance: A strong commitment to upholding regulatory compliance standards and ensuring adherence to AML and BSA regulations. Maintain a proactive approach to identifying and addressing financial crimes risks, with a focus on protecting institutions and their stakeholders.

Analytical Thinking: Adept at analyzing complex regulatory requirements, assessing program deficiencies, and developing strategic remediation plans. Utilize strong analytical skills to derive insights, make informed decisions, and implement effective solutions.

Leadership and Collaboration: Demonstrate strong leadership qualities, fostering collaboration and teamwork across diverse stakeholder groups. Effectively communicate with clients and internal teams, building consensus, and driving projects forward towards successful outcomes.

Ethical Integrity: Uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and integrity in all professional interactions. Demonstrate transparency, accountability, and a commitment to ethical business practices in compliance management and client relationships.

Client-Centric Focus: Possess a client-centric mindset, dedicated to understanding and addressing the unique needs and priorities of clients. Strive to deliver exceptional service, build trust-based relationships, and exceed client expectations through tailored solutions and personalized support.

Adaptability and Resilience: Adapt quickly to changing regulatory environments, client requirements, and project dynamics. Demonstrate resilience in managing challenges and uncertainties, maintaining focus on achieving compliance goals and delivering value to clients.

Innovative Approach: Embrace innovation in financial crimes and audit, leveraging technology, data analytics, and best practices to enhance compliance effectiveness and operational efficiency. Introduce innovative solutions that drive continuous improvement and differentiate our firm in the marketplace.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies.Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit us atus.nttdata.com

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