Head of AML Compliance

A payments company based out of Houston, TX to bring on a new "Head of AML Compliance" to join their team. This role is currently 100% remote.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and enhance an enterprise wide BSA/AML/OFAC/CTR risk management framework that incorporates risk assessment, control design, training, monitoring, testing, and reporting of BSA/AML/OFAC/CTR matters;

• Responsible for the enhancement and implementation of the transaction monitoring and investigations program.

• Contribute to the Risk Appetite Statement to ensure appropriate consideration of BSA/AML/OFAC/CTR issues and concerns;

• Ensure that BSA/AML/OFAC/CTR risks are owned and managed by accountable businesses;

• Ensure BSA/AML/OFAC/CTR risk controls exist in accordance with regulatory standards and policies;

• Define and implement a process for reporting to management the status of BSA/AML/OFAC/CTR regulatory compliance, including the details of any identified BSA/AML/OFAC/CTR issues and the corrective action taken;

•Identify and implement best practices to ensure the institution remains in full compliance with all applicable regulatory BSA/AML/OFAC/CTR requirements;

• Serve as the primary internal resource for all issues relating to BSA/AML/OFAC/CTR regulatory requirements.

• Provide thought leadership on BSA/AML/OFAC/CTR issues and relevant industry trends;

• Participate in evaluating and introducing new products & services and new customers from a BSA/AML/OFAC risk perspective