Senior Auditor – Audit, Global Servicing

American Express

. Participate as a key team member on audit projects .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $78,000 - $124,750 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in audit processes, including documentation, testing, and evaluation of controls, while effectively communicating findings and collaborating with teams. Proficient in applying control theory and auditing practices within the financial industry, with a strong focus on data analysis and regulatory compliance.

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Audit ExperienceControl Theory ApplicationData Analysis SkillsStrong Communication SkillsProfessional Certifications (CPA, CIA, CISA)

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Hard Skills

Audit DocumentationAudit TestingProcess EvaluationRisk Control KnowledgeData Analysis

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingCreative Problem SolvingTeam CollaborationIndependent WorkTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Data Analytic ToolsData VisualizationInformation SystemsScorecardsDashboards

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACIACISA

Industry Keywords

Big FourG-SIBRegulatory RisksFinancial Industry Best PracticesManagement Action Plans

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate as a key team member on audit projects
Independently own audit tasks, including documenting processes, developing workpapers, and executing audit tests
Assist Senior Managers and Managers throughout the audit lifecycle
Review prior audit results and business monitoring materials to support audit planning
Participate in walkthroughs using effective challenge and critical thinking
Execute process, governance, and oversight testing to evaluate control design and effectiveness
Identify and escalate issues and draft audit issue documentation
Develop understanding of American Express' business model, products, services, and organizational units
Document and evaluate audit observations and findings
Support client status meetings, audit requests, and administrative tasks
Execute validation of Management Action Plans
Communicate status, roadblocks, challenges, and potential solutions to leadership
Provide guidance and feedback to staff auditors
Draft test steps, audit findings, and audit reports with guidance

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of audit experience
Prior experience working at a Big Four / G-SIB
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently, within teams, and across various teams in a fast-paced environment
Ability to manage competing priorities and employ creative thinking
Ability to break down problems and solve them using data analysis, process, risk control knowledge, and experience
Knowledge and experience applying control theory and professional auditing practices throughout the audit lifecycle
Understanding of regulations, regulatory risks, accounting, and financial industry best practices, including technology and data implications
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States; visa sponsorship will not be pursued
Preferred: experience with data analytic tools, data visualization, KRIs, KPIs, information systems/technology, scorecards, and dashboards
Preferred: relevant professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CISA

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
Career development and training opportunities