Compliance Analyst

About Our Team

Accrue is a fintech company that powers modern customer loyalty at the payment layer. Centered around its branded stored value wallet solution, Accrue’s platform helps brands take control of their payments and refunds, reward customer loyalty, and bypass traditional payment giants.

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Build a deeper, more durable customer base while optimizing your bottom line – all with Accrue.

About The Role

We’re seeking a Compliance Analyst to join our team and play a key role in monitoring transactions, identifying suspicious activity, and preventing fraud. This person will work closely with our operations and product teams to ensure we maintain robust controls and compliance with all relevant regulations.

This is a hands-on role suited for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys solving problems with data, and wants to make a tangible impact on risk management at a growing startup.

Job Requirements

What you’ll do

• Monitor real-time transactions for signs of suspicious or fraudulent activity.
• Investigate alerts from fraud detection systems and escalate findings as needed.
• Review customer activity and documentation for compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of investigations and findings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, engineering, customer success) to improve detection and prevention systems.
• Assist with regulatory reporting, audits, and compliance reviews.
• Stay current on AML, KYC, and fraud trends and recommend process improvements.
  
  

What you'll need

• 2+ years of experience in compliance, fraud prevention, or AML within a financial services or fintech organization.
• Robust analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with tools and systems for transaction monitoring or case management.
• Understanding of KYC, AML, and fraud prevention best practices.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving, data-driven environment.
  
  

What we'd love to see

• Experience working with regulatory frameworks such as BSA/AML, OFAC, or FinCEN guidelines.
• Experience in fintech or startup environments.
• Previous experience with Sardine.
• Certification such as CAMS or CFE a plus.
  
  

Benefits & perks

• Robust health benefits packages (1 of our 4 medical plans cost $0 for full family coverage)
• Company contributed 401k
• An empathetic team that values mental wellness and work/life balance
• A brand new NYC office!
• Ground floor opportunity to bring a product to market that helps people in a way that doesn't exist today
  
  

Work Authorization

Accrue does not provide employment sponsorship. Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Salary Information

The range listed below is just one component of Accrue's total compensation package; This role will receive a competitive salary + benefits + equity. The salary range is for US-based employees located in the listed market. Other benefits include those listed above such as healthcare and 401k with 3% contribution.

Salary Range

$55,000 - $80,000 USD

Accrue is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at [email protected].