Independent Testing Manager for Financial Crime Compliance

2 weeks ago

Houston, Texas, United States Crowe Full time
Your Journey at Crowe Starts Here:

At Crowe, you will have the chance to provide innovative solutions to the intricate challenges faced by today's businesses. Our team of accounting, consulting, and technology experts is well-regarded for their extensive knowledge and understanding of complex process frameworks and enabling technologies, along with a steadfast commitment to delivering measurable outcomes that enhance client value. Our emphasis on emerging technology solutions, combined with our dedication to internal career advancement and exceptional client service, has established Crowe as a firm frequently recognized as a "Best Place to Work." We are 75 years strong and continue to expand. Join us in our growth journey.

Job Overview:

Financial Crime Independent Testing Manager

Crowe is seeking a meticulous professional to join our dynamic Financial Services Financial Crime Compliance team. As a member of our Financial Crime team, you will collaborate with a diverse group of professionals who are committed to delivering state-of-the-art industry AML and regulatory best practices, aimed at assisting clients in maintaining a robust and compliant AML risk management framework. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) regulations; familiarity with regulatory consent order action plans and artifact validation; risk and control matrices; and design/operational effectiveness testing. This role will concentrate on long-term AML consent order validations (12+ months) at complex large and mid-sized financial institutions. Projects are conducted remotely within a collaborative team environment. Key responsibilities include:
  • Supporting financial services clients under consent orders requiring remediation/validation of artifact packages.
  • Overseeing multiple teams and workstreams while providing performance feedback to all team members.
  • Building relationships with a variety of clients.
  • Proactively addressing client concerns and resolving issues as they arise.
  • Encouraging innovative ideas and business solutions that extend services to existing clients.
  • Acting as a career coach and mentor for new staff members.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Professional certifications such as Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (CAMS), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Analyst (CISA), Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), or other relevant credentials.
  • 5+ years of experience leading or facilitating AML/BSA reviews, consulting/advisory services, and/or internal audit/compliance reviews within globally diversified financial services organizations.
  • Prior experience in financial services internal audit consulting or third-line internal audit roles.
  • Experience overseeing and managing the development and testing process against remediation action plans.
  • Experience with second or third-line control effectiveness testing against remediation action plans.
  • Excellent project and time management skills, with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across all organizational levels, including strong organizational skills and experience in monitoring deadlines and tracking documentation for timely submission to senior management and/or regulators.
  • Experience in identifying, assessing, challenging, and ensuring the satisfactory resolution of issues, including effective management of remediation plans and validation.
  • Willingness to travel up to 5% if required for project(s).
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated supervisory, management, and/or team leadership experience, preferably in a consulting environment covering all phases of an audit, including planning, conducting, and documenting process walkthroughs, developing and executing test procedures, and reporting deliverables.
  • High proficiency with AML/BSA regulatory requirements for retail banking activities, products, and services, along with a deep understanding of banking regulations, directives, and guidance.
  • Experience in developing and reporting Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for consent order validations.
  • Experience in presenting written or oral reports of audit findings to senior management and audit committees, including analysis, conclusions, and recommended actions.
  • Knowledge and practical application of statistical analytics and testing methodologies.
  • Experience working in a project environment with top financial institutions.
  • Experience in a professional services or project-based setting.
We expect the candidate to embody Crowe's values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define our identity. We anticipate all our team members to act ethically and with integrity at all times.

Our Benefits:

At Crowe, we recognize that exceptional people are the foundation of a great firm. We value our employees and provide a comprehensive benefits package. Discover more about what a career at Crowe can offer you.

How You Can Grow:

We will cultivate your talent within an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will have the opportunity to meet regularly with your Career Coach, who will guide you in achieving your career goals and aspirations. Learn more about where your talent can thrive.

More about Crowe:

Crowe is one of the largest public accounting, consulting, and technology firms in the United States. We leverage our deep industry expertise to provide audit services to both public and private entities while assisting clients in achieving their objectives through tax, advisory, risk, and performance services. Crowe is frequently recognized as one of the best workplaces in the country. We serve clients globally as an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the largest global accounting networks, comprising over 200 independent accounting and advisory firms in more than 130 countries worldwide.

Crowe LLP is an equal opportunity employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment while prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Crowe LLP does not accept unsolicited candidates, referrals, or resumes from any staffing agency, recruiting service, sourcing entity, or any other third-party paid service at any time. Any referrals, resumes, or candidates submitted to Crowe, or any employee or owner of Crowe without a pre-existing agreement signed by both parties covering the submission will be considered the property of Crowe and free of charge.

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