Analyst, AML/CFT & OFAC Compliance, Program Administration

About the position Cross River is a highly profitable fast-growing financial technology company recognized for the third year in a row by CB Insights as one of the 250 best global fintechs. Our comprehensive suite of innovative products powers financial solutions with a strong focus on regulatory compliance for our partners and their millions of consumers around the world. We are on a mission to build the infrastructure that propels access, inclusion and the democratization of financial services. While our company has tripled in size over the last three years, our strong sense of purpose led Cross River to be named to American Banker’s list of Best Places to Work in Fintech for the last 4 consecutive years. The reason for this success is simple --- our nimble, adaptive, and collaborative family culture lives in every member of our growing team. Together we are at the forefront of technology and innovation in financial services and we invite collaborative and motivated high performers to join our rapidly expanding team. What We're Looking For Cross River’s Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism (“AML/CFT”) and Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) Compliance team plays a critical role in ensuring our operations align with regulatory expectations and internal risk tolerance. We are seeking a Program Administration Analyst to support the development and execution of compliance program components. This role will focus on drafting technical business requirements, maintaining risk registers, managing change control processes, and supporting audits and examinations through documentation and data collection. Responsibilities • Draft and maintain technical business requirements for AML/CFT and OFAC Compliance initiatives • Maintain and update risk registers across business lines, ensuring accuracy and traceability • Support change management activities, including documentation, tracking, and stakeholder coordination • Draft and revise policies, procedures, and guidance documents to reflect regulatory changes and internal process updates • Collect and organize documentation and data for internal audits, regulatory examinations, and independent reviews • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance requirements are embedded in new products and services • Assist in the development and implementation of program enhancements and process improvements • Track and report on key compliance initiatives and milestones • Support internal communications and training efforts related to AML/CFT and OFAC Compliance program updates • Stay current with regulatory developments and industry best practices Requirements • Bachelor’s Degree • 3+ years of experience in AML/CFT compliance, program administration, or a related field • Strong understanding of BSA, USA PATRIOT Act, and OFAC regulations • Experience drafting business requirements, policies, and procedures • Familiarity with risk register management and change control processes • Strong organizational and documentation skills • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities • Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams • Proficiency in arenaflex Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and SharePoint Nice-to-haves • Experience supporting audits or regulatory examinations preferred Apply tot his job

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