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We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Sr. Director, Head of Audit - Payments Enablement, to join our Internal Audit team. This role can be located in Pittsburgh, PA, New York, NY, or Lake Mary, FL.

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:

Lead and oversee all audit activities relating to the design, execution, and oversight of operational controls for domestic and international payment processing, cash management, fraud, and reconciliation functions.
Develop and execute a comprehensive audit strategy covering fraud, payment processing, settlement, reconciliations, and exception management.
Advise executive leadership on control enhancements, emerging risks, and regulatory compliance to safeguard the integrity of the firm’s financial transactions.
Ensure audits address regulatory requirements (e.g., PCI-DSS, PSD2, NACHA, SWIFT, TARGET2, SEPA, CHAPS, and applicable banking regulations) and internal policies.
Lead and mentor a team of senior auditors and managers, fostering a culture of analytical rigor, professional skepticism, and continuous improvement.

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:

Deep expertise in domestic and cross-border payment systems (SWIFT, SEPA, CHAPS, Fedwire, ACH, instant payment schemes), reconciliation processes, and control frameworks (COSO, COBIT, ISO 27001).
Minimum 15+ years of progressive experience in audit, risk management, fraud, or operations within banking, payments, or financial services, with at least 8 years in a senior leadership role.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CAMS, or equivalent credentials strongly preferred.
Proven track record of influencing C-suite stakeholders and driving strategic control enhancements.
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
People leadership experience managing and developing audit teams.

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Our Benefits and Rewards:

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base salary for this position is expected to be between $136,500 and $275,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base salary if hired will be determined on an individualized basis, including as to experience and market location, and is only part of the BNY total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, short and long-term incentive packages, and Company-sponsored benefit programs.