Denise Kaiser
About Denise Kaiser
Denise Kaiser is an Audit Manager at City National Bank, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management and Economics from SUNY Empire State College and has extensive experience in auditing and compliance from her previous roles at M&T Bank and KeyBank.
Work at City National Bank
Denise Kaiser has been serving as an Audit Manager at City National Bank since 2021. In this role, she applies her extensive experience in auditing and compliance to oversee audit processes and ensure adherence to regulatory standards. Her responsibilities include developing policies and procedures that promote compliance within business lines. She operates from the Buffalo, New York, area, contributing to the bank's commitment to maintaining a robust compliance framework.
Previous Experience at M&T Bank
Denise Kaiser worked at M&T Bank for 16 years, holding various positions including Trust Administrator and BSA Compliance Analyst I. During her tenure from 1999 to 2015 in the Buffalo/Niagara, New York area, she gained significant experience in compliance and risk management. Her roles involved ensuring adherence to banking regulations and managing compliance-related tasks, which laid the groundwork for her future positions in the banking sector.
Experience at KeyBank
Denise Kaiser served as a Senior Auditor in the Internal Audit Risk Review Group at KeyBank from 2015 to 2021. In this capacity, she focused on asset management and internal audit processes. Her work involved evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls and risk management practices, which enhanced her expertise in auditing and compliance. This experience further solidified her skills in analytical thinking and problem-solving.
Education and Expertise
Denise Kaiser earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management and Economics from SUNY Empire State College, studying from 2005 to 2008. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her professional roles, particularly in applying laws and regulations to ensure compliance within business practices. She demonstrates solid leadership and decision-making skills, which are essential in her current role as an Audit Manager.
Professional Skills
Denise Kaiser possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills, which are crucial in her role as an Audit Manager. She is known for developing clear policies and procedures that assure compliance within business lines. Additionally, she has a reputation for building strong working relationships with clients, staff, and senior management, which enhances collaboration and communication within her teams.