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The selected colleague will work at an MUFG office or client sites four days per week and work remotely one day. A member of our recruitment team will provide more details.

Job Summary:

The Associate Vice President reports to the GFC IT Audit Director/Manager and is responsible for executing assigned Global Financial Crimes IT audits and independent validation of business activities related to regulatory requirements. The role focuses on testing over systems, processes and controls and delivering high quality work in a timely fashion. You are primarily responsible for project management on assigned audit engagements and specifically the execution of testing over the IT and systems related processes and controls. You are responsible for internal partner management and the supervision of and accountability for the quality of and judgment calls in audit work. This position does not manage staff in a reporting line relationship. On as-needed basis, the position may require global travel throughout Americas, EMEA and APAC regions.
 

• Maintain the responsibility for the quality of assigned GFC IT audit engagements, in compliance with audit methodology requirements and executive management expectations, while also operating within industry best practices, applicable regulations, and external professional practice expectations

• Build relationships with peers and clients within organization and exhibit a high standard of performance and professional conduct that will create a culture of integrity and inclusion; where all individual and departmental choices are rooted in good judgment and support MUFG's Principal of Ethics and Conduct.

• Operate with an innovative and flexible mindset by continuously identifying ways to enhance consistency, efficiency, quality and/or value.

• Demonstrate professional skepticism and personal accountability.

• Participate in the walkthrough meetings and interviews with business stakeholders to develop understanding of GFC business processes.

• Participate in formal discussions with business stakeholders throughout the duration of audit engagements to communicate status or concerns.

• Identify potential risk, including awareness of risks both within the span of control as well as enterprise-wide; assess the state of the governance, risk management, and control environment aspects relevant to that risk; and report results in an effective and timely basis, leading to appropriate remedial action and ongoing management of risk for all assigned GFC IT audit engagements.

• Complete the execution of all walkthroughs/testing and work paper documentation for assigned GFC IT audit engagements, demonstrating the work was appropriately performed (e.g., detailed lead sheets describing the control attributes that were tested and the results were documented in a manner to support the conclusions reached, effectiveness and sustainable controls are evident in documentation). Documentation should stand alone to enable re-performance.

• Provide assistance in the validation and closure of internal and external (e.g. regulatory) GFC IT issues.

• Effectively partner with other internal audit groups to provide subject matter expertise in the joint execution of internal audits with GFC impact.

• Develop effective relationships with stakeholders and understanding of GFC business lines.

• Act as a role model and continuously improve self and the department

Qualifications and Required Experience
A bachelor 's degree in relevant discipline (e.g., information technology, computer science, accounting, finance, economics).
Professional certifications strongly preferred (ACAMS, CISA, CISM, CGEIT, CRISC, CIA)
Public Accounting (Big 4) experience a plus
5+ years audit experience, previously leading or executing IT audit engagements supporting Financial Crimes (BSA/AML/OFAC) compliance audits
Working Knowledge of key application controls as it relates to the Financial Crimes is a plus
Experience with the financial industry and related markets, related regulatory bodies and current IT trends
Experience in technology risk assessment, audit methodology and execution
Experience in coordination and integration efforts across multiple groups, preferably within enterprise-wide internal audit functions
Possesses strong project management skills; exhibits initiative and intuitive thinking; and demonstrates ability to meet strict deadlines
Exhibits effective communication (both verbal and written), negotiation and presentation skills; strong interpersonal skills; and ability to engage with all levels of internal audit and business line management
Employs strong critical thinking skills to identify pragmatic recommendations within an evolving and increasingly complex regulatory and risk management environment
Demonstrates strong analytical skills and problem solving capabilities
Proficiency in technology as required for assigned areas (MS Office, audit data analytics, etc.)
Aligned with MUFG Code of Conduct, exhibits strong ethical behavior and adheres to other similar professional requirements.
Some travel may be required, domestic and international

The typical base pay range for this role is between $80K - $135K depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and location. This role may also be eligible for certain discretionary performance-based bonus and/or incentive compensation. Additionally, our Total Rewards program provides colleagues with a competitive benefits package (in accordance with the eligibility requirements and respective terms of each) that includes comprehensive health and wellness benefits, retirement plans, educational assistance and training programs, income replacement for qualified employees with disabilities, paid maternity and parental bonding leave, and paid vacation, sick days, and holidays. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please click the link below.

MUFG Benefits Summary

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to leveraging the diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experience of our workforce to create opportunities for our colleagues and our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender expression, gender identity, sex, age, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran and military status, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status of an individual or that individual’s associates or relatives that is protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.