Associate/Senior Associate, FS Regulatory & Compliance - Consumer Compliance Banking

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KPMG is currently seeking an Associate/Senior Associate in Risk & Compliance - FS Regulatory & Compliance for our Consulting practice.

Responsibilities:

• Assist financial services clients (traditional and non-bank) with assessing enterprise-wide compliance, including compliance risk management programs as well as targeted regulations and requirements, such as: Fair Lending, Community Reinvestment Act, Home Mortgage Disclosure Act, Unfair Deceptive or Abusive Acts or Practices (UDAAP) and other of the federal consumer regulatory guidance
• Collect information and data through, e.g., effective client interviews, system queries and internal/external research; leverage strong critical thinking and analytical skills to complete qualitative and quantitative data analysis, present information translated to client needs and provide recommendations
• Execute a structured approach to problem solving using available tools, techniques and help from team members; conduct/support effective and thorough research, data gathering and analysis on new topic areas
• Assist with the design, preparation and analysis of findings and reports, leveraging strong written communication skills; communicate and present information to clients and colleagues in a clear, logical and concise manner
• Develop and sustain strong relationships with client personnel and KPMG colleagues; collaborate with client personnel and KPMG colleagues on project activities, approach and decisions.
• Manage priorities, time and work to meet deadlines; offer solutions to address obstacles and challenges and leverage knowledge to adjust and adapt as assignments evolve and change

Additional Responsibilities for Senior Associate:

• Supervise and mentor associates, new hires and interns on engagements; seek opportunities to lead teams and is a role model for peers and junior team members
• Demonstrate ownership and management of independent work streams and/or activities; drive the organization and completion of key engagement tasks and deliverables; communicate status and escalates challenges to engagement leadership
• Play an active role in client discussions and may also guide/lead client meetings

Qualifications:

• Minimum one year of recent experience in regulatory compliance as a bank compliance manager and/or officer, compliance auditor, regulatory counselor at a federal banking agency, with professional designations such as Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) or commissioned examiner is preferred
• Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college/university with a preference for Accounting,
• Finance, Business Management, Law, MIS, Industrial Engineering, Economics or other qualified business-related degree
• Excellent ability to listen and comprehend new content, including concepts, terminology, business operations; knowledge of federal laws, rules and regulations (HMDA, TILA, Reg Z/C/CC/D/DD/E/) associated with this consumer regulatory compliance practice
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to work with diverse work styles and personalities, manage multiple tasks autonomously and prioritize changing workloads
• Excellent analytical, quantitative and problem-solving abilities with strong verbal and written communication skills and general understanding of data analysis techniques
• Ability to travel and work hours needed to meet client deadlines, at times with relatively short notice, working onsite at client premises approximately 80% of the time
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Additional Qualifications for Senior Associate:

• Minimum three years of recent experience in regulatory compliance as a bank compliance manager and/or officer, compliance auditor, regulatory counsel or at a federal banking agency with professional designations such as Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) or commissioned examiner is preferred
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, supporting the oversight of projects and/or the efforts of others

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