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 consulting role supports the Regulatory Compliance Financial Crime practice. Responsibilities focus on AML compliance independent testing and internal audit engagements across a range of financial institution types, including large and mid-sized banking organizations, MSBs, alternative payment providers (i.e., 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
    • process walkthroughs
    • developing and executing test procedures
    • tracking artifacts
    • reporting on deliverables
  • Submit written or oral reports of audit results to 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 will demonstrate experience and skills such as:

  • 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

  • Comprehensive total rewards package

Location

  • United States (employment eligibility verification required)

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 the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
  • Work authorization sponsorship is not provided for this position.