Senior Auditor / Audit Associate Job Description
Position Summary
The Senior Auditor / Audit Associate conducts independent assessments of internal controls under the supervision of a Lead Auditor . Responsibilities include evaluating risk, testing controls, and contributing to audit reports for management. Depending on the assignment, the Senior Auditor may supervise junior auditors and serve as a deputy to the Lead Auditor .
Key Responsibilities
- Perform audit planning, fieldwork, and assessments of BSA / AML internal control frameworks .
- Independently conduct risk analysis, testing, and interviews to evaluate control effectiveness.
- Identify strengths, weaknesses, and root causes of audit findings, providing actionable recommendations.
- Ensure clear communication with auditees to prevent surprises and resolve issues promptly.
- Present findings in debriefings and final audit reports to Internal Audit Management and relevant stakeholders.
- Escalate concerns or delays to the Lead Auditor / Local Head of Audit as needed.
- Track and verify corrective actions taken by management before closing recommendations.
- Maintain organized audit documentation and regulatory compliance awareness.
This role requires independent judgment, strong analytical skills, and effective time management to meet audit deadlines and maintain quality assurance.