Mid Level Director Of Risk Management Jobs

Audit Manager, Liquidity Risk Management AVP

About The Team

The Internal Audit Department Americas (IADA) is an independent and objective assurance and advisory function responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, and governance processes across Mizuho's U.S. Operations (MUSO), including banking, broker-dealer, swap dealer, sales, and trading activities. Based in New York City, IADA provides comprehensive audit coverage of key business functions and risk areas to help ensure regulatory compliance, operational effectiveness, and sound risk management practices.

Position Summary

The Audit Manager/Senior Audit Manager will be a key member of the Liquidity Risk Audit Team within IADA. This role is responsible for executing risk-based audits across liquidity, treasury, and capital management functions, providing independent assurance over the effectiveness of controls and governance processes. The successful candidate will partner with stakeholders across the organization, remain current on regulatory developments, and contribute to the continuous enhancement of the audit function.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute audits within the Liquidity Risk Management audit universe, including:
• Liquidity Risk Management
• Independent Liquidity Review Function
• Treasury Banking Functions
• Capital Management
• Independent Price Verification (IPV) Framework
• Perform audit activities across all phases of the audit lifecycle, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and issue follow-up, in accordance with IADA methodology and professional standards.
• Adhere to established audit timelines, project plans, and departmental scheduling requirements.
• Support the Continuous Monitoring Program by assessing emerging risks, monitoring changes within the liquidity risk environment, and validating the remediation of audit issues.
• Collaborate with other Internal Audit teams to support integrated audits and provide subject matter expertise when required.
• Conduct special audits, regulatory reviews, investigations, and other ad hoc projects as assigned.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable banking regulations, supervisory expectations, and industry developments affecting liquidity, treasury, and capital management activities.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with business management, risk and control functions, external auditors, regulatory agencies, and audit colleagues.
• Support quality assurance initiatives and continuously promote adherence to audit standards, methodologies, and best practices.

Qualifications

Education & Certifications

- Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
- Professional certifications such as CPA, CA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent are preferred.

Experience

- 5-7 years of relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, regulatory examination, risk management, or a related control function within the financial services industry.
- Experience auditing liquidity risk, treasury, capital management, market risk, or related banking functions is strongly preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

- Strong understanding of internal audit principles, standards, practices, and methodologies.
- Knowledge of risk management frameworks, internal controls, governance processes, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Familiarity with key banking and securities regulations and the ability to assess associated risks and controls.
- Ability to independently plan and execute audits in accordance with professional auditing standards and organizational policies.
- Experience leveraging data analytics, automation, AI-enabled tools, or other technology solutions to enhance audit efficiency and effectiveness.
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare high-quality audit documentation and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders.
- Proven project management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Attributes

- Strong understanding of liquidity risk management practices within a banking environment.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams and functions.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and staying current with evolving regulatory expectations and industry developments.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and results-driven mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality audit outcomes.

The expected base salary ranges from $107,000.00 - $160,000.00. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, including but not limited to Medical, Dental and 401k that begin on day one of employment, successful candidates are also eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

Other Requirements

Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process.

Company Overview

Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~ $2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research.

Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package. We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran. We participate in the E-Verify program. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.