Financial Crime Audit & Testing Consultant (Temporary)

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Posted Oct 4, 2026

Remote · US Full Time
Est. $85K – $120K/yr

Overview

This temporary consultant role supports the Regulatory Compliance Financial Crime practice, focusing on AML compliance independent testing and internal audit engagements. Work includes engagements across institutions of various types, including large and mid-sized banking organizations, MSBs, alternative payment providers (e.g., fintech organizations), broker-dealers, and asset managers.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, audit, and monitor compliance with BSA/AML requirements for financial institutions of all sizes
  • Execute audit work across all phases, including planning, conducting process walkthroughs, developing/executing test procedures, tracking artifacts, and reporting deliverables
  • Prepare written or oral reports of audit results for senior management and audit committees, including findings, analysis, conclusions, and recommended actions
  • Build and manage relationships with Business Lines across all three lines of defense

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • 3+ years of experience in BSA/AML consulting/advisory, bank internal audit, or compliance testing

Preferred Qualifications

Exceptional candidates may also demonstrate:

  • Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (CAMS), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Analyst (CISA), or other relevant professional certification
  • Proficiency with AML/BSA regulatory requirements for retail banking activities, products, and services
  • Understanding of relevant banking regulations and supervisory expectations for large financial institutions
  • Knowledge and practical use of statistical analytics and testing methods
  • Experience working in a project environment with top 50 banks
  • Experience in a professional services or project-based environment
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills
  • Prior financial services internal audit consulting or financial services third line internal audit experience
  • Strong understanding of BSA/AML, sanctions, and the legal and regulatory environment for financial institutions of all sizes
  • Ability to travel up to 5% if requested for project(s)

Compensation & Benefits

  • Not specified in the provided job description

Location

  • United States eligibility required (identity and work authorization verification required upon hire)

Additional Information

  • Application deadline: 10/16/2026
  • In compliance with federal law, candidates hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete required employment eligibility verification upon hire.
  • Work authorization sponsorship is not provided for this role.

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