Compliance Testing & Monitoring Lead – US FinTech

Austin, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 140000 - 190000

Experience Required: 5years

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Category: Financial Technology (FinTech)

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: Austin CA CT FL IL MA Miami New York NJ TX

Location: United States Remote (US) or Hybrid (NYC / SF Bay Area / Austin / Miami). Open to candidates based in: NY NJ CT CA TX FL MA IL (and other states depending on client).

Reports to: CCO (or Head of Compliance Assurance).

Role Overview

The Compliance Testing & Monitoring Lead builds and runs the compliance assurance program providing independent monitoring and testing across AML/BSA consumer compliance (UDAAP) and policy adherence. This role validates control effectiveness and drives evidence-based remediation.

Key Responsibilities

Design and execute a risk-based compliance monitoring and testing plan across key regulatory obligations and controls.
Perform control testing thematic reviews and quality assurance of compliance processes (including AML investigations and SAR governance where applicable).
Document testing results identify root causes and partner with control owners to agree remediation actions and timelines.
Maintain a central issues register and track remediation to closure with supporting evidence.
Support internal/external audits and regulatory exams with well-organised workpapers and documentation.
Develop compliance metrics and reporting for leadership and governance committees.

Requirements

Required Experience

510 years in compliance testing/monitoring internal audit or compliance assurance within financial services or FinTech.
Strong understanding of AML/BSA and/or consumer compliance requirements and control testing methodologies.
Excellent documentation analytical and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Background

Experience building testing programs in a scaling environment; familiarity with GRC tooling.
Professional certifications (e.g. CAMS CRCM CIA) are beneficial.

Benefits

Compensation Guidance

Typical US compensation: $140000 $190000 base plus bonus/equity depending on stage.

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Required Skills Deep knowledge of digital payment ecosystems architectures and technologies Expertise in payment gateway integration tokenisation and fraud detection systems Strong understanding of ISO 20022 EMV NFC and 3D Secure protocols Familiarity with cloud-native architecture (AWS GCP or Azure) Ability to document and present technical concepts to stakeholders clearly Desired Skills Experience with real-time payment systems and blockchain-based solutions Hands-on coding experience with Java Python or TOGAF or AWS Solution Architect certification preferred Knowledge of financial data orchestration and embedded finance architectures

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