Internal Auditor – Financial Crimes Compliance Consultant

Job Summary:We are seeking to identify an internal audit professional who understands the Financial Crimes Compliance audit process inside and out. This consultant hire will be needed to work remotely and be able to work independently. This hire should have a minimum of 4 years of work experience in an internal audit function and be immediately available for work. This engagement is slated to last 3-6 months, but could certainly be extended or brought back for additional work.Responsibilities:Enhance and maintain the Financial Crimes Compliance Quality Assurance (QA) framework to assess whether key compliance control activities—conducted internally or by external consultants—adhere to internal standards, regulatory expectations, and Bank policy.Partner with Internal Control functions to align Financial Crimes Compliance QA insights with broader risk trends, inform planning cycles, and enhance control evaluations across business units.Stay current on regulatory developments, enforcement actions, and industry best practices; translate regulatory changes into QA control enhancements and update procedures accordingly.Provide structured, actionable feedback and guidance to control owners and business partners based on QA findings, supporting the adoption of practical, risk-aligned solutions and best practices.Implement and continuously refine standardized QA test scripts, workpapers, and documentation templates to drive consistency, transparency, and auditability across QA reviews.Establish Financial Crimes Compliance QA metrics and dashboards to support continuous improvement, trend analysis, and executive-level reporting to governance committees, senior leadership, and regulators.Act as a strategic partner across Compliance, Legal, Audit, Operations, and Technology to promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.Support internal and external regulatory examinations by providing Financial Crimes Compliance QA reporting, documentation, and commentary as needed.Qualifications: Strong subject matter expertise in internal audit focused on regulatory compliance, quality assurance methodologies, and risk management within the financial services industry.Proven ability to design and lead Financial Crimes Compliance QA programs in complex, matrixed environments.Strong working knowledge of BSA/AML/OFAC requirements.Proficient in leveraging technology platforms to support Financial Crimes Compliance QA activities, including systems, workflow tools, and automated testing solutions.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex compliance matters into actionable, business-aligned recommendations.Collaborative leader with a track record of building high-performing teams and influencing cross-functional partners across Compliance, Legal, Risk, Operations, and Technology.Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (e.g., JD, MBA) or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, CRCM, CISA, CFE) strongly preferred.Minimum of 4 years of experience in Compliance, Audit, Risk, or Internal Controls