American Express · 1 week ago
Senior Auditor, Consumer Compliance
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$78K/yr - $125K/yr
2+ years expAmerican Express is a company with a 175-year history of innovation and a commitment to supporting customers and colleagues. They are seeking a Senior Auditor to assess compliance and operational risks, ensure adherence to regulations, and enhance internal controls within the Internal Audit Group.
Credit CardsFinanceFinancial ServicesPaymentsTravel
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assist team leaders and Senior Managers/Managers in the execution of assigned audit tasks in line with American Express’ Internal Audit Methodology, internal policies and standards, and regulatory expectations throughout the audit lifecycle
Evaluate processes under review utilizing professional skepticism; execute audit tests and clearly document test results in accordance with internal policies and procedures
Hold walkthroughs with client personnel to understand, assess, evaluate, and document relevant risks and controls
Assist team leaders and Senior Managers/Managers with routine client status meetings, audit requests, and other administrative tasks
Assist team leaders and Senior Managers/Managers in documentation and evaluation of audit observations, findings
Validate management’s corrective action plans to address business-identified issues, audit findings and regulatory remediations
Contribute to the development and periodic reviews of analytic control testing and ad hoc analytics, to drive timely risk insights, testing efficiencies and increased audit coverage
Develop a strong understanding of American Express' business model, products, services, and organizational units
Maintain audit proficiency through ongoing professional development, including data analytics literacy skills, technology, banking best practices and regulatory expectations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or another related field
2 to 3 years of relevant audit experience, preferably within a highly regulated environment at a large bank or financial services institution or Big 4 accounting firm
Knowledge and experience in applying control theory and professional auditing practices throughout the audit lifecycle and special reviews
Understanding of regulatory, accounting, and financial industry leading practices relevant to the business, including technology and data implications
Strong written and verbal communication skills to deliver audit deliverables with quality
Effectively works independently, within the team and across various teams in a fast-paced environment to drive business results
Ability to break-down complex problems into components and solve utilizing complex thought, process and risk/control knowledge
Preferred
Relevant compliance audit, compliance, risk management, and/or regulatory experience within the financial services industry
Relevant audit and professional certifications (e.g., Certified Public Accountant, (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), etc.)
Knowledge of key consumer compliance regulations including, but not limited to, Regulation B, Unfair Deceptive Abusive Acts & Practices (UDAAP / UDAP), Regulation Z, etc
Experience with researching and identifying applicable regulatory requirements based on specific business unit functions
Experience with performing audits related to second-line Compliance Risk Management Programs (frameworks, processes, and oversight functions)
Experience with data analytic tools, data visualization, key risk indicators (KRIs), key performance indicators (KPIs), scorecards / dashboards, and compliance and risk management systems / technology, etc
Interest in working with data, interpreting results, analytic leading practices and experience with data analytics tools and data visualization
Benefits
Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
Career development and training opportunities
Company
American Express
American Express is a financial services company that provides credit cards, charge cards, payment solutions, and related services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Brett Mooney
CEO & Country Manager, American Express Canada
Stephen J. Squeri
Chairman and CEO
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