Audit Manager, Financial Crimes Compliance

Dallas

Permanent

Negotiable

Internal Audit

PR/596133_1781038276

We are seeking an experienced Audit Manager to support oversight of financial crimes compliance programs within a large, complex financial services environment. This role sits within an independent audit function and focuses on evaluating the design and effectiveness of controls related to anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, anti-bribery, and broader financial crime risk.

This is an opportunity to join a high-visibility team responsible for assessing risk across business lines and partnering with key stakeholders to strengthen control frameworks.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and execute audits focused on financial crimes compliance, including AML, BSA, sanctions, and anti-bribery frameworks
Evaluate the effectiveness of controls supporting financial crime risk management programs
Perform risk assessments to identify key areas of exposure and prioritize audit coverage
Design and conduct control testing across business and compliance processes
Document audit findings, including control gaps and improvement opportunities
Partner with stakeholders across Compliance, Legal, Risk, and Business teams to communicate audit results
Track and validate remediation of identified issues
Contribute to continuous improvement of audit methodologies and frameworks
Support or lead multiple audit engagements concurrently in a fast-paced environment

QUALIFICATIONS

8+ years of experience in:
- Internal Audit, or A combination of audit and financial crimes compliance roles within financial services
Certifications such as: CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) and/or CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)
Direct experience assessing or auditing financial crime compliance programs, including AML/BSA frameworks
Strong understanding of: Financial crime risks (AML, sanctions, anti-bribery)
Proven experience executing audits end-to-end: Planning, Fieldwork, Reporting
Ability to assess control design and operating effectiveness within complex organizations
Experience communicating findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Experience within large financial institutions or regulated environments
Background in regulatory exams, compliance testing, or internal audit within financial services
Leadership experience, including mentoring junior team members or managing audit workstreams

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