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 looking for an Internal Audit Senior Manager - Regulatory Compliance. You will partner with the Internal Audit Director, internal and external resources, and partners.You will oversee and follow the Internal Audit plan, focusing on regulatory compliance audits covering U.S. payment and banking regulations. You will also help develop longer term strategies for Block's Internal Audit team, including conducting risk assessments, supporting latest regulatory compliance requirements, and developing talent within the team.
You will have project management skills, including the ability to work with all levels of the organization, senior management, and members of the Audit & Risk Committee (ARC) of Block Inc. You have fin-tech experience, with a knowledge of payments regulatory requirements and expectations along with proficient experience with audit execution and reporting responsibilities. Additionally, you will manage and collaborate with Internal Audit's external partners (external auditors, outsourcing partners, process and control owners) who assist us with implementing 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 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 multiple systems, environments, and departments.
- Build governance and risk management processes through conducting risk assessments, driving delivery of the Internal Audit plan following established methodology, procedures, and documentations.
- Manage external consultant relationships based on the staff resourcing requirements of any audit project.
- Develop collaborative relationships with internal and external partners (external auditors, outsourced partners, process and control owners).
- Manage special audit projects.
You Have
- 10+ years in expanding leadership roles with experience managing teams in a well-disciplined organization where best practices are necessary 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 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.
- Experience in project management and collaboration, with the ability to navigate and solution complex situations.
- Professional Certification (CAMS, CPA, CIA, CISA, etc.) is preferred.
We're working to build a more inclusive economy where our customers have equal access to opportunity, and we strive to live by these same values in building our workplace. Block is an equal opportunity employer evaluating all employees and job applicants without regard to identity or any legally protected class. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and "fair chance" ordinances.
We believe in being fair, and are committed to an inclusive interview experience, including providing reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process. We encourage applicants to share any needed accommodations with their recruiter, who will treat these requests as confidentially as possible. Want to learn more about what we're doing to build a workplace that is fair and square? Check out our I+D page .
While there is no specific deadline to apply for this role, U.S. roles are typically open for an average of 55 days before being filled by a successful candidate. Please refer to the date listed at the top of this job page for when this role was first posted.
Block takes a market-based approach to pay, and pay may vary depending on your location. U.S. locations are categorized into one of four zones based on a cost of labor index for that geographic area. The successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.
To find a location's zone designation, please refer to this resource . If a location of interest is not listed, please speak with a recruiter for additional information.
Zone A:
$148,700 - $223,100 USD
Zone B:
$138,300 - $207,500 USD
Zone C:
$130,900 - $196,300 USD
Zone D:
$123,400 - $185,200 USD
Every benefit we offer is designed with one goal: empowering you to do the best work of your career while building the life you want. Remote work, medical insurance, flexible time off, retirement savings plans, and modern family planning are just some of our offering. Check out our other benefits at Block.
Block, Inc. (NYSE: XYZ) builds technology to increase access to the global economy. Each of our brands unlocks different aspects of the economy for more people. Square makes commerce and financial services accessible to sellers. Cash App is the easy way to spend, send, and store money. Afterpay is transforming the way customers manage their spending over time. TIDAL is a music platform that empowers artists to thrive as entrepreneurs. Bitkey is a simple self-custody wallet built for bitcoin. Proto is a suite of bitcoin mining products and services. Together, we're helping build a financial system that is open to everyone.
