Internal Audit Senior Manager - Regulatory Compliance

Block is one company built from many blocks, all united by the same purpose of economic empowerment. The blocks that form our foundational teams — People, Finance, Counsel, Hardware, Information Security, Platform Infrastructure Engineering, and more — provide support and guidance at the corporate level. They work across business groups and around the globe, spanning time zones and disciplines to develop inclusive People policies, forecast finances, give legal counsel, safeguard systems, nurture new initiatives, and more. Every challenge creates possibilities, and we need different perspectives to see them all. Bring yours to Block.

The Role

Block is seeking an Internal Audit Senior Manager - Regulatory Compliance. This role is responsible for partnering with the Internal Audit Director, internal and external resources, and stakeholders.The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing and executing against the Internal Audit plan, focusing on regulatory compliance audits covering U.S. payment and banking regulations. This role will also help develop longer term strategies for Block's Internal Audit team, including conducting robust risk assessments, supporting emerging regulatory compliance requirements, and developing talent within the team.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional project management and organizational skills including the ability to successfully interact with all levels of the organization, senior management, and members of the Audit & Risk Committee (ARC) of Block Inc. Superior analytical skills and strong business acumen are also critical success factors. The ideal candidate possesses fin-tech experience, with deep knowledge of payments regulatory requirements and expectations along with proficient experience with audit planning, executing, and reporting responsibilities. Additionally, the candidate will manage and effectively collaborate with Internal Audit's external partners (external auditors, outsourcing partners, process and control owners) who assist us with executing the internal audit plan.

You Will

• Lead regulatory compliance audits covering financial crime (AML/BSA) and consumer protection laws and regulations.
• Manage essential aspects of the regulatory compliance audit strategy, and effectively represent the Internal Audit team by providing strategic direction and expertise in the regulatory compliance audit approach and execution..
• Be proficiently knowledgeable in payments compliance for regulatory requirements and expectations across various systems, environments, and business units.
• Build governance and risk management processes through conducting risk assessments,driving delivery of the Internal Audit plan in accordance with established methodology, procedures, and documentations.
• Oversee and manage external consultant relationships as needed based on the staff resourcing requirements of any audit project.
• Develop and promote collaborative relationships with internal and external partners (external auditors, outsourced partners, process and control owners).
• Proactively anticipate business partner needs and opportunities for involvement.
• Manage special audit projects in an ad-hoc manner.

You Have

• 10+ years in expanding leadership roles with experience managing teams in a well-disciplined organization where best practices are integral to the management of the business.
• A BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required; Big 4 firm experience highly preferred.
• Experience in a Fintech Internal Audit organization and strong knowledge of U.S. payments and banking laws and regulations, specifically FinCEN, CFPB, and FDIC.
• Experience with technical accounting, SOX/audit methodologies, and risk management responsibilities within a complex, technology, financial services, and regulated business.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, including outstanding ability to summarize complex issues into succinct communication for a wide range of internal and external executive constituents.
• Strong experience in project management and cross-functional collaboration, with the ability to navigate and solution complex situations.
• Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills, with the ability to efficiently synthesize problems and make sound business decisions.
• Strong drive for results and success, conveying a sens