Assistant Vice President, Financial Crime and Core Compliance Audit

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Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.

The candidate will be part of the Internal Audit of Asia – Financial Crimes Audit (AIAO-FCA), which is a dedicated regional audit team that covers financial crimes in the Asia-Pacific region. 

Responsibilities:

Structure and execute efficient and effective audits to:

• Identify potential risk, including awareness of risks both within span of control as well as enterprise-wide.
• Assign and review the work of audit team members for assigned engagements in coordination with Audit Director.
• Assess the state of the governance, risk management, and control environment aspects relevant to that risk.
• Report results in an effective and timely basis, leading to appropriate remedial action and ongoing management of risk.
• Maintain compliance with audit methodology, while also operating within industry best practices, applicable regulations, and internal and external professional practice and expectations.
• Effectively manage stakeholder relationships to a mutually accountable, productive, respectful, and trusted level. Act as a leader / role model and continuously improve self as well as department.

Requirements:

• Applicant must have a recognized Degree in Economics, Finance/Accountancy/Banking or its equivalent from a recognized university/higher learning institution.
• Desirable to have at least 8+ years audit experience including experience in financial crimes (i.e. Anti-Money Laundering, Sanctions, Anti-Bribery and Corruption) in financial institutions and related markets, related regulatory bodies and/or Big 4 professional services firms. 
• Relevant certification in Financial Crimes (e.g. CAMS) preferred.
• Experience with the financial industry and related markets, regulatory bodies, and current industry events trends.
• Deep knowledge of risk assessment, audit methodology, and audit execution.
• Demonstrated proficiency in technology as required for assigned areas (MS Office, audit data analytics, etc.)
• Possess strong analytical, problem-solving skills, verbal and written communication skills.
• Regional travel may be required.
   

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is an equal opportunity employer. We view our employees as our key assets as they are fundamental to our long-term growth and success. MUFG is committed to hiring based on merit and organsational fit, regardless of race, religion or gender.