Compliance Director - Auditor

FICO (NYSE: FICO) is a leading global analytics software company, helping businesses in 100+ countries make better decisions. Join our world-class team today and fulfill your career potential!

The Opportunity
 

"We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Compliance Director - Auditor to lead our organization’s compliance audit function. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the company’s business activities and operations are compliant with all applicable regulations, internal policies, and industry standards. You will also oversee audit activities, assess risk, and guide improvements to compliance processes. As a senior leader within the compliance and audit teams, you will play a crucial role in supporting the organization’s risk management framework, helping maintain a strong culture of compliance, and driving continuous improvement in internal controls and auditing practices. This position involves building, execution, and oversight of quality assurance and risk management processes and controls for Business-to-Business (B2B) analytic product development and deployment and Business-to-Consumer (B2C) web-based financial education services.” – VP, Business Operations.

What You’ll Contribute

• Audit oversight, Compliance risk assessment, policy and procedure development, regulatory compliance, reporting and communication, training and education, internal controls evaluation and continuous improvement (Continuously monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging compliance risks to update audit plans and compliance programs. Recommend improvements to enhance operational effectiveness and mitigate risks.

• Team Leadership: Mentor and develop a team of auditors and compliance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous learning.

• Independently manage and perform compliance reviews and audits of FICO’s internal business processes and perform compliance reviews of FICO’s third-party vendors while adhering to an established cadence.

• Manage third party reviews of FICO, including regulatory compliance reviews.

• Develop strong, productive working relationships with internal customers. As a trusted advisor to various business units, maintain a strong grasp of the evolving FICO business model, processes, systems, and associated controls; propose and influence positive change in these areas.

• Monitor and escalate as warranted all open compliance findings until satisfactorily resolved.  Prepare reports for senior management on the results and performance of the Compliance Program.  Make recommendations to improve processes, lessen risks to the business, and improve future audit results.

• Liaise with FICO’s Corporate Legal Department on developments in State and Federal laws, regulations and policies that could impact the business, including industry best practices related to consumer protection and data security and privacy.

What We’re Seeking

• Bachelor's degree in business, Finance or related field preferred. A Master’s degree or professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA, or CCEP) is a plus.

• Experience in a compliance role; preferably in a highly regulated industry.

• Good experience in compliance, auditing, or risk management, with experience in a leadership role.

• Extensive experience in managing compliance audits in a complex, regulated environment (e.g., financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, or technology).

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, industry standards, and risk management practices.

• Familiarity with tools and technologies used in auditing and compliance, including audit management software, data analytics tools, and regulatory reporting systems.

• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams, influencing senior leadership, and driving change within an organization.

• Good judgment, organizational and analytical skills and keen attention to detail, coupled with excellent verbal and written communication abilities.  Very high commitment to accuracy, thoroughness, and polish of work.

• Strong computer skills, specifically with Microsoft Office products including Excel Pivot Tables.

• Willingness and ability to research and develop technology solutions to enhance operational efficiencies.

• Willingness and ability to learn FICO® Scores business, including basics of the product line; regulatory environment; product management practices and philosophy; basics of analytic and software development and deployment; end-user applications of products and services.

• Work experience in the consumer lending industry helpful but not required.