Lead Internal Auditor: BSA/AML & Financial Crimes (Remote)

Choice Bank; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Choice Financial Group in Minnesota seeks a Lead Internal Auditor focused on Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance. You will lead risk-based audits, assess controls, and report findings to strengthen governance and risk management.

Responsibilities include developing audit programs, guiding audit teams, and collaborating with business units to implement practical risk mitigations while maintaining regulatory alignment and quality standards across engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Typically 8–10 years of internal audit or related experience.
• Advanced knowledge of audit standards and risk management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead audits of moderate to high complexity with oversight of engagement teams.
• Develop and update risk-based audit programs.
• Draft clear audit reports and present results to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with clients to identify process improvements and risk mitigations.
• Perform FDICIA internal control testing and reporting.
• Mentor junior auditors and manage timelines.

Skills

BSA/AML experience

Financial crimes knowledge

Strong written/verbal communication

Leadership/mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Choice Financial Group in Minnesota seeks a Lead Internal Auditor focused on Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance. You will lead risk-based audits, assess controls, and report findings to strengthen governance and risk management.

Responsibilities include developing audit programs, guiding audit teams, and collaborating with business units to implement practical risk mitigations while maintaining regulatory alignment and quality standards across engagements.