Associate Director – Sanctions

Overview

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Investigate potential OFAC violations, money laundering and fraudulent financial activity across client business lines
• Assess anti-money laundering compliance programs and implement solutions
• Conduct enhanced due diligence on trade finance activities (e.g. letters of credit) and identify associated risks and red-flags or any relevant international sanctions restrictions
• Provide subject matter expertise in the areas of anti-money laundering and financial fraud investigations
• Participate in business development initiatives that include targeting external clients, attending industry conferences, and speaking engagements
• Lead and supervise teams in small and large engagements
• Training and development of Consultants, Sr. Consultants, and Managing Consultants.
• Responsible for engagement planning and management
• Prepare client communications, both written and oral, for senior level review
• Ability to understand the importance of privileged and confidential information

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Eight years of experience in a public accounting and/or litigation/disputes consulting firm,  financial services industry or regulatory environment
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in accounting, finance, economics or related discipline; MBA/Masters, or JD preferred
• Strong understanding of corporate governance and the OFAC regulatory environment
• Strong project management skills in monitoring billing of hours, training and development, and providing supervision
• CFE, CPA or CAMS certifications preferred
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet timely deadlines
• Ability to travel
• Mental and Physical Requirements:
• Frequently communicates with clients and coworkers and must be able to share information effectively
• Strong conceptual, as well as quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
• Flexibility and responsiveness in managing multiple projects in sometimes high-pressure situations simultaneously
• Self-motivator with ability to work independently
• Plan, direct, and coordinate work activities of others
• Frequently travels by airplane, train or car as necessary to perform work at another location