Senior Consultant, AML - Risk Consulting at Mazars USA LLP in New York, New York

Job Description:

Job Description:

Although we work with numbers, the accounting, tax and consulting process is still all about people. At Mazars, we pride ourselves on building long-lasting relationships with our clients, our colleagues and the communities where we serve.

Mazars in US is a high-performing accounting, tax and consulting firm with significant national presence in strategic US geographies. Since 1921, our dedicated professionals have leveraged technical industry expertise to develop customized solutions for clients in a broad array of industries, providing services to growth-oriented enterprises and individuals. As the independent US member firm of Mazars Group, we deliver seamless access to the expertise of 24,000 professionals in 90+ countries.

Our Consulting practice seeks an experienced Accounting/Financial compliance professional with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance experience to join our Risk Consulting team in our New York office. As a Senior Consultant in this practice you work as part of a consulting team and are expected to play a significant role in client engagement delivery in AML compliance that impact the banking industry, along with maintaining additional internal (non-client) responsibilities.

The preferred location for this position is our New York area office. However this position can take place in any of our U.S. office locations.

Our firm has offered our employees the option of working remotely at this time.

Professional Responsibilities:

Client Service and Delivery

• Have a general understanding of the Banking industry and its business needs


• Exhibit a good understanding of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)/Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and OFAC processes, risk assessments and related controls for improvement


• Deliver exceptional client service as part of an engagement team with general supervision


• Participate in client and internal presentations, work product, report development and deliverable creation


• Communicate ideas to clients in a clear and understandable manner


• Demonstrate sound judgment and effective decision making in order to mitigate risk


• Ability to identify risks, internal controls to mitigate risks, and opportunities for improvement to clients' business operations

Project Management

• Complete assigned tasks within scope through effective time management initiatives


• Understand engagement and project planning


• Contribute to the work planning and status reporting on assigned engagements


• Recognize, research and participate in the resolution of client engagement issues


• Perform a careful self-review of work to ensure individual quality control

Business Development and Firm Growth

• Assists in proposal and business development opportunities as needed


• Participates in internal efforts to build methodologies and create business development materials


• Participate in recruitment and staff orientation programs for other consulting professionals

Professional Growth

• Develop and maintain expertise in technical & industry areas


• Develop an understanding of all GRC offerings and tools required by the professional services delivered


• Maintain ongoing continuing professional education (CPE) requirements and development


• Work towards obtaining an approved certification that relates to technical areas

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting, Finance or a Business-related field of study


• Advanced degrees (e.g. Master level) are preferred


• Professional credentials and certifications (CPA, CIA, etc.) is valued


• 4-8 years of relevant work experience in consulting with a CPA firm, a professional services firm or a national consulting firm


• Prior audit or internal audit experience is a plus


• Exposure to financial services or the banking industry is a plus


• Ability to proactively manage multiple commitments simultaneously


• Proficient in Microsoft Office tool (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)


• Working knowledge of MS Project, Access, & Visio a plus


• Strong analytical, organizational and project management skills


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral)


• Experience building effective relationships with clients and colleagues


• Ability to travel to client locations as needed

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary and incentive compensation plan


• A comprehensive, competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, a generous paid days' off (PDO) plan, and a competitive 401k Plan


• A dynamic, diverse work experience in a growing global organization


• An inclusive, client-centered environment where you can develop new skills, enhance your overall business knowledge and work with world-class professionals


• Intensive customized training, including in-house leadership development programs, continuing professional education courses, and both classroom and on-the-job training


• Opportunity for International Mobility experiences are also made available

Mazars in US is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.