Internal Audit Associate

BBVA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

BBVA is seeking an Internal Audit Associate in New York to monitor audit issues, support risk assessment, and assist in planning and reporting. The role offers exposure to FRB examinations and governance processes across the U.S. operations.

The ideal candidate will have 3–4 years in internal audit or related fields, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency with Excel, Power BI, SQL, and Python. A Bachelor's degree is required with professional certifications encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; preferred fields include Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or other related fields.
• CIA, CISA, FRM, CAMS, CPA or other relevant credentials are highly valued.
• 3-4 years of relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, risk advisory or consulting, preferably in financial services.
• Experience supporting U.S. regulatory examinations (FRB) is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Internal Audit risk assessment and planning, collecting and analyzing information and documenting conclusions.
• Monitor open actions and remediation commitments, coordinating with stakeholders and reporting status.
• Coordinate regulatory information requests and prepare documentation for regulators.
• Assist in management reporting and leverage data analytics, automation, and AI tools to improve reporting.

Skills

Analytical

Detail-oriented

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Power BI

SQL

Python

Job description

Excited to grow your career? BBVA is a global company with more than 160 years of history that operates in more than 25 countries where we serve more than 80 million customers. We are more than 121,000 professionals working in multidisciplinary teams with profiles as diverse as financiers, legal experts, data scientists, developers, engineers and designers.

About the job: BBVA is a global company with more than 160 years of history that operates in more than 25 countries where we serve more than 80 million customers. We are more than 121,000 professionals working in multidisciplinary teams with profiles as diverse as financiers, legal experts, data scientists, developers, engineers and designers.

Role Overview

As an Internal Audit Associate, you will be responsible for the monitoring and validation of audit issues, participate in the Internal Audit continuous monitoring / Risk Assessment process, support the development of the Internal Audit plan, and preparation of management reporting and preparation of supporting documentation for regulatory requests. The Associate is expected to independently manage assigned activities, exercise sound judgment within established Internal Audit methodology, and elevate significant matters appropriately. You will gain in-depth knowledge of BBVA’s U.S. operations and risk profile, as well as the Internal Audit function, its methodology, governance framework, issue management processes, and reporting requirements. Working closely with Internal Audit teams, business and control functions, and relevant stakeholders. The role provides broad exposure across the organization and contributes to the continuous improvement and effective operation of the Internal Audit function. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in internal audit, risk management, governance, or related disciplines, strong attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate multiple activities and stakeholders effectively.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Internal Audit Risk Assessment & PlanningSupport the Internal Audit continuous monitoring and Risk Assessment process, including the collection, consolidation, analysis of relevant information and the documentation of risk assessment conclusions. Analyze changes in business activities, risk profiles, emerging risks, regulatory developments, control environment and other relevant factors and assess their potential impact on Internal Audit priorities. Support the development and periodic update of the Internal Audit Plan, including preparation of supporting analysis, documentation and management information. Support the maintenance of the Internal Audit Universe, helping ensure that changes in business activities, organizational structure, products, processes, systems, emerging risks and regulatory developments are appropriately reflected.
• Open Action Monitoring and Internal Audit Issue ValidationMonitor Internal Audit open actions and remediation commitments, including aging and overdue actions, extensions and changes to target completion dates. Coordinate follow-up with responsible stakeholders and support the timely escalation of overdue, delayed or higher-risk actions. Prepare periodic reporting on the status of Internal Audit findings and open actions for Internal Audit management and relevant governance bodies. Support the independent validation of Internal Audit issues and remediation actions by reviewing management-provided evidence, assessing whether actions have been appropriately implemented and documenting validation conclusions in accordance with Internal Audit methodology.
• Regulatory ExaminationsSupport Internal Audit activities related to Federal Reserve Board (FRB) and other regulatory examinations, including coordinating regulatory information requests and requirements. Coordinate the preparation, review and submission of Internal Audit documentation requested by regulators, helping ensure responses are timely, complete, accurate and appropriately supported.
• Internal Audit ReportingSupport the preparation of materials for Internal Audit management and relevant governance committees, ensuring information is accurate, consistent, well documented and delivered within established timelines. Leverage data analytics, automation, and AI-enabled tools to analyze risk information, identify trends and anomalies, improve reporting, and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of Internal Audit activities.

Qualifications

Academic Background and Certifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree required; preferred fields include Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or other related fields.

Professional Certifications

Professional certifications or progress toward relevant certifications (e.g., CIA, CISA, FRM, CAMS, CPA, or other relevant credentials) are highly valued as they demonstrate both relevant knowledge and a strong commitment to professional development.

Professional Experience

• Experience: Candidates should have a minimum of 3-4 years of relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, risk advisory, or consulting, preferably within financial services.
• Experience in risk assessment, issue management, regulatory examinations, or management reporting is preferred.
• Experience working within a financial institution or at a consulting/advisory firm, particularly in issue management, risk assessment, or reporting activities, is preferred.
• Experience supporting U.S. regulatory examinations (including FRB examinations) is strongly preferred.
• Experience coordinating regulatory requests, preparing supporting documentation, attending examination meetings, and tracking deliverables and commitments is highly valued.

Skills & Competences

Strong analytical, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at different levels of the organization.

Working knowledge of internal audit, risk management, governance, internal controls, and issue-management processes.

Understanding of the U.S. financial-services regulatory environment and relevant regulatory expectations. (FRB, NYDFS, SEC,..)

Proficiency with productivity and data-analysis tools; experience with Excel/Google Sheets, Power BI, SQL, or Python is a plus.

Advanced computer skills required, with preferred proficiency in the Google Workspace suite, including Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Salary and Benefits

With respect to this position in our New York Office, the expected base salary ranges from $110,000 to $140,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

*Employment eligibility to work with BBVA in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.

Legal Requirements

It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

Pay Transparency Policy Statement

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information (41 C.F.R. 60-1.35 (c)).

Individuals with Disabilities

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EEO Statement

BBVA USA, BBVA Securities Inc., and BBVA S.A. New York Branch have a firm and unwavering policy to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, nationality, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition, protected veteran status, or any other status or classification protected by federal, state or local law. This policy includes all job groups, classifications and organizational units. With regard to employment, this policy extends to applicants and covers our recruiting, hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, discipline, termination benefits, compensation and training practices as well as social and recreational activities. View the "EEO is the Law" & "View the EEO is the Law Supplement Poster" poster. BBVA USA, BBVA Securities, Inc., and BBVA NY are equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Company Culture

We are more than 121,000 colleagues across 25 countries, working in multidisciplinary teams where we understand the importance of work-life balance. We support our clients in the energy transition and are committed to inclusive growth. We are pioneers in adopting disruptive technologies that will shape the financial industry. Dare to define the future of banking!