Financial Audit Senior - Financial Services

Forvis Mazars is looking for a Financial Audit Senior to join our Financial Audit team in Mexico City.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced audit professional ready to take greater ownership of engagements, lead teams, strengthen client relationships, and develop specialised expertise in the financial services industry.

In this role, you will lead the planning, execution, and completion of financial statement audits conducted in accordance with international auditing standards. You will also provide technical guidance and work closely with clients operating within highly regulated environments overseen by authorities such as the CNBV, CNSF, and Banco de México.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and completion of external financial statement audits for financial services clients, including banks, SOFOMES, fintech companies, insurance companies, investment funds, and other regulated entities.
• Perform audits in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA).
• Ensure compliance with Mexican Financial Reporting Standards (NIF), IFRS, and applicable CNBV, CNSF, and Banco de México regulations.
• Design risk-based audit procedures considering the client’s operations, regulatory environment, and specific financial services risks.
• Supervise and review the work performed by assigned team members, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely delivery.
• Prepare and review audit working papers, reports, and management letters.
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients throughout the engagement, managing expectations, addressing technical questions, and maintaining effective communication.
• Identify improvement opportunities related to clients’ processes and internal controls, providing clear and practical recommendations.
• Coordinate with specialists in tax, financial advisory, technology, and risk when required.
• Support the training, coaching, and professional development of junior team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Accounting.
• Three to five years of experience in external audit.
• Previous experience working with entities regulated by the CNBV, CNSF, or Banco de México.
• Strong knowledge of International Standards on Auditing and Mexican Financial Reporting Standards.
• Practical knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards.
• Understanding of the Mexican regulatory framework applicable to financial institutions.
• Familiarity with financial products such as loan portfolios, derivatives, treasury operations, investments, insurance products, and trusts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and audit software.
• Availability to travel when required.
• Based in Mexico City and available to work on-site.

We are looking for a professional who demonstrates:

• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Clear and confident communication.
• Leadership and people-management capabilities.
• A results-oriented mindset.
• Collaborative teamwork.
• Strong client-service orientation.
• Attention to detail and commitment to audit quality.

What Can We Offer?

• The opportunity to join a leading multinational firm with a strong presence in audit, tax, and advisory services.
• Exposure to major financial institutions and complex regulatory environments.
• International exposure as part of your professional development.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Continuous training to strengthen your technical expertise and leadership capabilities.
• Opportunities to build a personalized, meaningful, and rewarding career.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment with a culture of continuous feedback.
• The opportunity to develop and mentor others while contributing to the growth of our Financial Audit practice.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply directly through the job posting and submit an updated resume.

More About Forvis Mazars

At Forvis Mazars, we are more than a firm—we are people.

Here, you grow through every project, every client, and every learning experience that broadens your perspective and strengthens your professional expertise.

Growth is more than a word; it is our promise. Every step you take brings you closer to the future you envision.

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Belonging means more than being present. It means being part of a team where you are valued, heard, and included—a place where you can genuinely feel that you belong.

Together, we grow, we belong, and we create impact. Because when you grow, we all grow.

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At Forvis Mazars, inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our values. We believe that diverse teams make us stronger and better reflect the clients and communities we serve.

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