Financial Crimes BSA/AML Lead

Posted 14 Days Ago
2 Locations
Remote
85K-145K Annually
3-5 Years Experience
Fintech • Other • Payments • Software • Financial Services
Powering the future of FinTech.
The Role
As the Financial Crimes BSA/AML Lead at Synctera, you will be responsible for conducting due diligence on potential Fintech clients, assisting in the development of BSA/AML policies and procedures, collaborating with compliance operations teams, and interacting with clients to ensure compliance with financial crime regulations.
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Please note that although all positions at Synctera are remote, candidates must be located and authorized to work in the US or Canada as a precondition of employment. Synctera does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

What We're Doing

At Synctera, we’re powering the future of FinTech. We help companies create new revenue streams and enhance their value proposition with FinTech apps and embedded banking products. With APIs, compliance support, and bank partners in one end-to-end Banking as a Service platform, Synctera is the fastest and easiest way to build, launch, and scale bank accounts, debit cards, charge cards, lending, and more. 

We are looking for interesting, curious, wickedly smart people who are ready to jump in and run with our fast-growing team. If you want to have fun at work, collaborate with some of the sharpest people in the industry, grow the FinTech and Banking as a Service ecosystem, and love to win, read on!

What We're Looking for

As a Financial Crimes Lead, you will help work through various topics related to the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and Customer Identification Program (CIP). This will involve conducting due diligence on potential Fintech clients, assisting Fintech clients with the development of their BSA/AML policies and procedures, providing guidance to our compliance operations team on AML investigations, collaborating with Sponsor Banks on AML strategy, and contributing to the development of Synctera’s compliance system for the FinTechs on our platform. This role is hands-on and you will report to a Compliance Director, working closely with other risk and compliance subject matter experts. Interaction with clients will also be a key part of the role, as compliance is core to what we’re building.

What You'll Do

  • Assist in conducting due diligence for potential Fintech clients by evaluating their risk of financial crimes and money laundering.
  • Support Fintech clients by ensuring that their BSA/AML/OFAC policies comply with relevant regulations for account creation and transaction activity.
  • Address inquiries regarding Customer Identification Program (CIP) and Know Your Customer/Business (KYC/B) requirements for various use cases.
  • Collaborate with our Sponsor Bank to develop an AML transaction monitoring strategy tailored to the risk assessment of the Fintech client.
  • Support in bank reviews, audits, BSA/AML compliance testing, and related product development. 
  • Stay informed about relevant federal and state laws, regulations, industry trends, and guidance related to BSA/AML. 
  • Subject matter expert on financial crime matters.

What You'll Bring

  • A minimum of 3-5 years of experience working with regulatory frameworks, writing policies and procedures, or in a compliance-related role at a bank or FinTech is required.
  • Proficiency in BSA/AML/OFAC frameworks and assessments, including knowledge of KYC/KYB and CDD/EDD strategies.
  • Strong and effective communication skills, with the ability to build, maintain, and influence relationships with key decision-makers.
  • Ability to quickly learn and adapt to changing business needs in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment.
  • Relevant professional certifications are preferred (e.g., CAMS, CFCS).
  • Experience with some complex or higher-risk use cases (e.g. international, cannabis) is a bonus!
  • Experience with consumer banking laws and regulations and industry best practices for consumer compliance regulations is a bonus.
  • A passion for financial technology and working with startups.

Diversity & Inclusion

Synctera is committed to having a workforce that is reflective of the diversity within the United States and Canada. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from candidates from underrepresented communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation and gender identity, and all those who can provide different perspectives and contribute to the diversification of Synctera.

Benefits

  • 100% employer paid medical, dental, and vision benefits for US and Canadian employees and dependents 
  • Employer contribution to HSA for US employees 
  • Annual HCSA and generous extended health care coverage for Canadian employees and dependents 
  • 401(k) for US employees and RRSP for Canadian employees
  • Mental health resources available for all employees 
  • Unlimited paid time off 
  • Generous paid new parent leave program 
  • Home office setup stipend 
  • Stock options program for all employees 
  • Growth potential and opportunity to have a significant impact at an early stage of our company's journey
  • Working with a team of rockstars 

The salary for this full-time position (USD: $105,000-$145,000, CAD: $85,000-$100,000) is determined by role, level, and location. The range informed in this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries across all US and Canadian locations. Within the range, individual pay will be determined by work location, job-related skills, experience, relevant training, and other factors.

To all recruiters and recruitment agencies: Synctera does not accept unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias or to Synctera employees without an active vendor agreement in place. Synctera is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

The Company
107 Employees
Remote Workplace
Year Founded: 2020

What We Do

Whether you're looking to prototype, release an MVP, or bring a new service to your existing customer base, Synctera has the platform, experiences, and programs to help you build and launch your FinTech app fast, and scale it over the long term.

Why Work With Us

We engage and attract a high-caliber, diverse, equitable and inclusive team; culminating in a “Best Place to Work” employee experience. We do this by leading the supportive and caring culture that authentically interweaves and connects our People, Leadership and Organization with Trust, Transparency and Development.

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