Audit Manager - AML/KYC

Location: Citi Solutions Center, Warsaw, Prosta 36

Team/Role Overview:

Audit Manager (AML/KYC) will join the KYC division within Global Financial Crime Internal Audit function and will be responsible for performing audits and assessments of Citi’s risk and control environments in coordination with the Audit Team.

This role will contribute to the scoping and execution of AML audit coverage in accordance with established IA methodology and professional auditing standards. The position will provide IA’s AML and Compliance CoE with local resources to ensure the provision of independent assurance which is consistent and aligned with the global IA strategies objectives.

What you'll do:

• Supports execution of a robust AML KYC Audit Plan in accordance with Internal Audit standards, relevant government statutes and regulations and Citigroup and Citibank policies.

• Analyses reporting findings; Recommends appropriate interventions where needed. Proposes creative and pragmatic solutions for risk and control problems.

• Partners with Directors and Managing Directors to develop approaches for addressing broader corporate emerging issues.    

• Participates in major business initiatives and pro-actively advises and assists the business on change initiatives. 

• Delivers on timely high quality AML KYC audit reports, Internal Audit and Regulatory issue validation and business monitoring and governance committee reporting.

• Independently leads related audit activities for a component of a product line, function, or legal entity at the regional or country level including a portion of the audit annual plan.

• Proactively advances integrated auditing concepts and use of technology. Closely follows latest trends in AML, Sanctions fields and adapts them for application within own job and the business.

• Reviews and approves Business Monitoring Quarterly Summaries.

• Develops effective senior line management relationships and has a strong understanding of the businesses. 

• Applies an in-depth understanding of the inter-relationships of business and support units throughout the corporation and how they impact the overall control environment and the audit approach. 

• Uses strong communication skills in order to influence a wide range of internal audiences including respective product, function, or regional management partners. May negotiate internally on matters which will have a major impact on the area managed.

What we'll need from you:

• 6-10 years of experience in the financial sector, of which at least 5 years specifically related to the AML/Compliance area.

• Strong functional knowledge of AML and Sanctions framework

• Keen sense of related risks and controls; ability to negotiate with difficult stakeholders, support lead audit team execution and work with internal senior IA management.

• Possesses and demonstrates comprehensive AML expertise in one or more of the key AML risks and objectives, and leverages this knowledge into a leadership role in one or more teams.

• Subject matter expertise regarding AML control disciplines and a solid business understanding of the Financial Service Industry, especially those associated with AML, Sanctions, Compliance and Regulatory Risk.

• Effective comprehension of business side of audit function

• Knowledge of financial services Compliance regulations, standards, and standard business internal policies.

• Strong project management and interpersonal skills

• Effective communication, influencing and negotiation skills, a proactive and 'no surprises' approach in communicating issues and strength in sustaining independent views. 

• Related certifications (CAMS, CPA, ACA, CFA, CIA, CISA or similar) desired.

• Fluent English

Education:

• Bachelor's/University degree, Master's degree preferred

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

What we can offer you:

By joining Citi Poland, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive compensation package and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits that support you (and your family) to be well, live well and save well:

• Paid Parental Leave Program (maternity and paternity leave); A supportive workplace for professionals returning to the office from childcare leave

• Award-winning pension plan,​ multisport, holiday allowance

• Private Medical Care Program, Group Life Insurance

• Consideration for annual discretionary bonus

• Employee Assistance Program

• Access to a wide variety of learning and development programs, online course libraries and upskilling platforms, such as Udemy and Degreed

• Flexible work arrangements to support you in managing work - life balance

• Career progression opportunities across geographies and business lines; Mentoring Programs

• Socially active employee communities with diverse networking opportunities

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