Vice President, Auditor, Operations and Payments

BNY Mellon•Pittsburgh, PA

1d•$69,000 - $109,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Vice President to join our Payments Enablement Internal Audit team. This role can be in Lake Mary, FL or Pittsburgh, PA. In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways: Lead Complex and Global Audit Engagements: 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. Risk Assessment & Advisory: 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. Strategic Contribution: 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. Regulatory & Policy Compliance: Ensure audits address key regulatory frameworks (e.g., PCI-DSS, PSD2, NACHA, SWIFT, TARGET2, SEPA, CHAPS) and internal governance standards. Leadership & Team Development: 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.
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

Nice To Haves

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.

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.