Audit Associate – AML Risk

BBVA

Internal Auditor Associate analyzing AML processes supporting BBVA’s US operations. Conducting risk-based analyses alongside business units to enhance compliance and regulatory frameworks.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $110,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze and evaluate AML processes that support BBVA’s US operations.
Focus on evaluating the effectiveness of the organization’s compliance risk management framework.
Conduct risk-based analyses across multiple domains, focusing on recommendations that have a direct impact on the organization’s management.
Interact with business units and process owners, working closely with them to understand their operations and propose improvements.
Execute risk-based internal audit engagements covering BSA/AML, Sanctions (OFAC) risk, NYS DFS Part 504 requirements.
Perform walkthroughs, test procedures and processes, and assess relevant controls.
Prepare clear and concise audit reports for senior management and stakeholders.
Leverage data analytics and AI tools to enhance audit coverage and efficiency.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required; preferred fields include Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or other related fields.
Professional certification such as Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) / Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) preferred.
Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, compliance, regulation, or risk advisory (financial services experience strongly preferred).
Knowledge and expertise in auditing U.S. banking regulatory frameworks BSA/AML, OFAC, FinCEN, Federal Reserve, NYDFS.
Experience working within a financial institution or at a consulting/advisory firm is preferred.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
Experience with data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, SQL, or Python) is a plus.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
Familiarity with audit management tools (e.g., TeamMate, AuditBoard)
Advanced computer skills required, with preferred proficiency in the Google Workspace suite, including Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous employee benefits package
Discretionary bonus

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Hard Skills & Tools

AML processescompliance risk managementrisk-based analysesBSA/AMLSanctions (OFAC)NYS DFS Part 504data analyticsreport writingExcelSQL

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solvingeffective communicationstakeholder interactionorganizational skills

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeCertified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)