Vice President, Auditor, Operations and Payments

BNY Mellon•Lake Mary, FL

15h•$69,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Vice President to join our Payments Enablement Internal Audit team. In this role, you’ll make an impact by leading complex and global audit engagements, serving as Auditor in Charge for global audits in the Payments Enablement Platform. You will work closely with the Payments Enablement Head of Audit, managing scope, planning, and execution for areas such as payment processing, cash management, and fraud prevention. You will oversee end-to-end audit delivery, ensuring timely completion and adherence to internal standards and regulatory requirements. You will also conduct advanced risk assessments and provide actionable insights to senior management on control gaps, emerging risks, and regulatory changes. Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, influencing control enhancements without compromising audit independence. Support the development of the annual audit plan and contribute to shaping audit strategy for high-risk areas including payment processing, fraud, settlement, and exception management. Champion innovation in audit methodology, leveraging data analytics and technology to enhance audit effectiveness. Ensure audits address key regulatory frameworks (e.g., PCI-DSS, PSD2, NACHA, SWIFT, TARGET2, SEPA, CHAPS) and internal governance standards. Lead and mentor audit teams, fostering a culture of analytical rigor, professional skepticism, and continuous improvement. Provide coaching and guidance to junior team members and early talent, ensuring high-quality deliverables and career development.

Requirements

Expertise in domestic and cross-border payment systems (SWIFT, SEPA, CHAPS, Fedwire, ACH, instant payment schemes) and control frameworks (COSO, COBIT, ISO 27001).
Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in audit, risk management, fraud, or operations within banking, payments, or financial services.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CAMS, or equivalent credentials strongly preferred.
Proven track record of leading audit projects or risk assessments and driving strategic control enhancements.
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
People leadership experience coaching junior team members

Responsibilities

Serve as Auditor in Charge for global audits in the Payments Enablement Platform, working closely with the Payments Enablement Head of Audit: managing scope, planning, and execution for areas such as payment processing, cash management and fraud prevention.
Oversee end-to-end audit delivery, ensuring timely completion and adherence to internal standards and regulatory requirements.
Conduct advanced risk assessments and provide actionable insights to senior management on control gaps, emerging risks, and regulatory changes.
Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, influencing control enhancements without compromising audit independence.
Support the development of the annual audit plan and contribute to shaping audit strategy for high-risk areas including payment processing, fraud, settlement, and exception management.
Champion innovation in audit methodology, leveraging data analytics and technology to enhance audit effectiveness.
Ensure audits address key regulatory frameworks (e.g., PCI-DSS, PSD2, NACHA, SWIFT, TARGET2, SEPA, CHAPS) and internal governance standards.
Lead and mentor audit teams, fostering a culture of analytical rigor, professional skepticism, and continuous improvement.
Provide coaching and guidance to junior team members and early talent, ensuring high-quality deliverables and career development.