Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Checkout.com
Job overview
The Senior Manager, Financial Crime Compliance at Checkout.com leads the Atlanta-based Compliance team to ensure regulatory compliance and support the company's expansion in the Americas region.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves overseeing compliance risk management, regulatory reporting, policy development, managing AML programs, interacting with regulators, and supporting new product launches while growing the compliance team.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers competitive salaries along with health, vision, dental insurance, 401k, vacation, sick and safe time, learning days, and volunteer days.
Experience and skills
Candidates need 8+ years of compliance experience in regulated U.S. financial institutions, strong knowledge of AML, KYC, sanctions, payments/fintech compliance, and regulator engagement skills.
Career development
Checkout.com supports professional growth through learning days and volunteer days, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment to unlock employee potential.
Work environment and culture
Checkout.com promotes a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive culture, recognized as a Great Place to Work and listed on Forbes Cloud 100, emphasizing diversity and equal opportunity.
Company information
Checkout.com is a leading fintech company providing a cloud-based payments platform to global enterprises, partnering with major brands and focusing on scalable, innovative payment solutions.
Team overview
The candidate will join and lead the growing Americas Compliance team, working closely with senior management and cross-functional teams like Sales, Legal, and Product.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Atlanta, supporting U.S. regulatory compliance and expansion efforts in the Americas region.
Application process
Applicants are encouraged to apply even if they don't meet all requirements, with accessible application support and a focus on diversity and inclusion.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines leadership of a new compliance team, direct regulatory interaction, and strategic influence on U.S. financial crime compliance within a fast-growing fintech.
Company overview
Checkout.com is a global payment solutions provider that offers a full-stack payment platform to businesses, enabling them to process online payments, manage risk, and improve their payment performance. The company makes money by charging transaction fees and offering value-added services such as fraud detection and analytics. Founded in 2012 by Guillaume Pousaz, Checkout.com has grown rapidly, securing significant funding rounds and expanding its presence worldwide. Key clients include major brands like Samsung, Adidas, and Sony.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your 8+ years of compliance experience at regulated U.S. financial institutions, emphasizing expertise in AML, BSA, PATRIOT Act, and FinCEN regulations relevant to Checkout.com’s compliance needs.
Focus on demonstrating your ability to lead compliance teams, manage regulatory risk, and work closely with senior management and regulators, showcasing strategic problem-solving and ownership skills.
Apply through multiple channels including Checkout.com’s official careers page, LinkedIn job postings, and fintech-focused job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in Checkout.com’s Americas Compliance team or related departments; use ice breakers like referencing their recent compliance initiatives or expressing genuine interest in Checkout.com’s fintech innovation and regulatory strategy.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating key terms from the job description such as 'Anti-Money Laundering,' 'BSA Officer,' 'regulatory risk management,' 'KYC,' 'compliance policies,' and 'payments industry compliance' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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