PingPong Payments · 1 month ago
Head of Compliance
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$200K/yr - $220K/yr
10+ years expPingPong Payments is a global payment solutions provider that empowers eCommerce merchants and platforms. They are seeking a highly experienced Head of Compliance to lead their North America Compliance Program, ensuring compliance with U.S. and Canadian regulatory requirements while advancing business growth and maintaining an excellent customer experience.
E-CommerceFinancial ServicesFinTechMarketplacePayments
Responsibilities
Develop and implement the North America Compliance Program across all compliance regimes, including regulatory compliance, licensing, AML/CFT, sanctions, and anti-corruption
Identify, assess, and manage compliance risks across company and subsidiary activities
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and regulatory guidelines; advise leadership and train staff on new developments
Monitor adherence to applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, and controls
Prepare and submit timely, accurate regulatory filings, including MSB reports, SARs, and OFAC reports
Support regulatory examinations, license renewals, and inquiries; maintain constructive working relationships with regulators
Evaluate compliance needs for new products, services, and business initiatives and integrate controls accordingly
Oversee third-party and vendor due diligence and ongoing monitoring
Lead compliance testing and collaborate on internal/external audits
Oversee acquisition and maintenance of all required business and regulatory licenses, including in additional countries as applicable
Partner with internal teams to ensure customer experience remains seamless while meeting compliance expectations
Build, develop, and lead a high-performing compliance team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
10+ years of compliance, risk management, or AML/CFT experience within financial services or payments
Minimum 2 years of managerial experience in a fintech payments environment
Strong understanding of AML/CFT regulations, including BSA, OFAC, and state money transmitter licensing requirements
Demonstrated experience with regulatory inquiries, audits, and exams, including interactions with federal and state agencies
Expertise in KYC/KYB onboarding processes and due diligence frameworks
Ability to develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and effective internal controls
Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; able to collaborate across teams and levels of seniority, and communicate effectively with regulators
Proven ability to operate in fast-paced and evolving environments
Strong understanding of international payment products
Self-starter with strong judgment and the ability to navigate complex challenges
Adaptable, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities
Curious, quick learner, and proactive in driving initiatives forward
Prolonged periods working on a computer
Ability to attend meetings in person or virtually as required
Preferred
advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., CAMS, CRCM)
Company
PingPong Payments
PingPong is a global leader in cross-border payments, making it easier to send, manage, and receive money faster worldwide.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$122MKey Investors
SinowisdomCICC
2019-03-01Series D
2018-09-20Series C· $102M
2018-03-22Series B· $20M
Leadership Team
Yu Chen
Founder and CEO
David Messenger
Chief Executive Officer for International Business
Recent News
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