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Manager, Banking Compliance and Analysis

Alpharetta, Georgia, United States, Scottsdale, Arizona, United States, United States

Who we are:

Illumia is an industry leader in bringing the best integrated technology solutions to education, healthcare, and business campuses worldwide. Illumia was built on the collective expertise of two legacy cultures, and brings together people, technology, and insight to pioneer the art of the experience across the communities we serve. Be a part of this exciting organization and improving the lives of people doing mission-critical work.

This position is hybrid if local to our office in Alpharetta, GA or Scottsdale, AZ.

Alpharetta, GA - 1125 Sanctuary Parkway, Ste 220, Alpharetta, GA 30009

Scottsdale, AZ - 18700 N. Hayden Rd, Ste 230, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Why join our team?

We strive to provide the best customer experience in the industry and have succeeded with a single, strong motivating principle: We serve our user community.

Our success and growth are directly attributed to our people. Our newly named company is dedicated to fostering a culture of integrity, respect, and continuous personal development. We maintain an entrepreneurial spirit, where creativity, innovative problem-solving, and learning agility drive our day-to-day actions.

What you’ll be doing:  

The Manager, Banking Compliance and Analysis is responsible for the day-to-day execution of Illumia’s compliance program, with a focus on Banking Operations, client onboarding and underwriting, and regulatory change management. This role requires strong analytical capability, sound judgment, and the ability to operate as a trusted subject matter expert across the organization. The Manager collaborates closely with Banking Operations, the BSA Officer, Legal, and other business units to ensure the company’s practices align with regulatory expectations and the bank’s risk appetite. 

 

Job Summary / Purpose 

This role plays a critical role in supporting Illumia’s compliance and analysis requirements through execution of daily compliance functions and direct collaboration with Banking Operations and other business units. This position is responsible for conducting and/or overseeing compliance monitoring, coordinating regulatory change efforts, client onboarding, and serving as the subject matter expert (SME) for compliance-related matters. The Compliance Manager also plays a key role in maintaining and enhancing compliance practices related to school-related transactions, disbursements and analysis, and overall compliance regulatory readiness. The role supports audit preparation, policy maintenance, and ensures Banking Operations procedures are compliant and updated to reflect regulatory expectations. This role also leads Client Onboarding and Underwriting due diligence efforts and supports the BSA Officer with daily BSA/AML functions as needed. 

Compliance operates as a strategic business unit aimed at creating a competitive advantage for the department and overall corporate vision. The Compliance Manager must be familiar with and actively supportive of the company’s overall business plans and strategic goals, ensuring these objectives are achieved within regulatory frameworks and the bank’s risk appetite. 

  • Compliance Monitoring  
  • Regulatory Oversight 
  • Change Management  
  • Client Onboarding, Underwriting & KYC 
  • BSA/AML Support 
  • Audit & Examination Readiness 
  • Banking Analysis & Power BI Reporting 
  • Policy & Procedure Maintenance 
  • Support Broader Corporate Vision 

 Your day-to-day work will include executing compliance monitoring, coordinating regulatory change, and contributing to process improvements that strengthen Illumia’s overall compliance and risk management framework. 

 Who you’ll work with: 

You will be an integral part of the Compliance and Banking Operations teams. In this role, you will work closely with Banking Operations leadership, the BSA Officer, Legal, and Compliance Committee members to ensure Banking Operations procedures, client onboarding, and disbursement practices remain compliant with applicable regulations. You will collaborate across departments including Client Success, Support, Product, and Engineering to support audit readiness, policy maintenance, and overall regulatory compliance. 

Key Responsibilities and Duties 

  • Conduct and/or oversee daily compliance monitoring and testing activities related to Banking Operations, transaction processing, and school-related disbursements to identify and remediate compliance gaps. 
  • Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for compliance-related matters, providing guidance to Banking Operations and other business units on regulatory requirements and internal policy. 
  • Coordinate and lead regulatory change management efforts, tracking new and amended regulations and translating them into updated policies, procedures, and operational practices. 
  • Create, modify, update, and implement compliance policies and procedures to ensure Banking Operations practices remain current with regulatory expectations. 
  • Execute the compliance program’s day-to-day operations, including monitoring, testing, and reporting cadences that support the department’s overall compliance strategy. 
  • Support audit and examination preparation, including gathering documentation, responding to findings, and coordinating corrective action plans with Banking Operations and other stakeholders. 
  • Prepare materials for and support Compliance Committee meetings, including reporting on compliance metrics, emerging risks, and regulatory developments. 
  • Support the BSA Officer with daily Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) / Anti-Money Laundering (AML) functions, including monitoring, escalations, and recordkeeping, as needed. 
  • Lead Client Onboarding and Underwriting due diligence efforts, including Know Your Customer (KYC) reviews, to ensure new clients meet regulatory and risk requirements prior to onboarding. 
  • Assist in developing and delivering compliance training programs for employees across Banking Operations and other business units. 
  • Analyze internal business processes and transaction operations to ensure compliance with industry regulations, card network/NACHA rules, and ethical standards. 
  • Develop risk management strategies and design control systems to detect, prevent, and address violations of internal business policies. 
  • Leverage Power BI and other analytical tools, including emerging AI capabilities, to build banking analysis views and dashboards that support compliance monitoring and business decision-making. 
  • Liaise with other departmental heads to ensure business operations remain aligned with company policy and regulatory obligations. 
  • Advise senior management on compliance considerations related to business operations, investments, risk, and policy development. 
  • Maintain familiarity with and actively support Illumia’s overall business plans and strategic goals, ensuring they are achieved within regulatory frameworks and the bank’s risk appetite. 

What you bring to the table: 

Required Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience in banking. 
  • Minimum 5 years of compliance experience, with at least 2 years in banking operations; OR minimum 5 years of banking experience, with at least 2 years in a compliance role. 
  • Demonstrated experience with Know Your Customer (KYC), client underwriting, and onboarding due diligence. 
  • Working knowledge of BSA/AML regulations and banking compliance frameworks. 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Power BI for compliance analysis and reporting. 
  • Ability to apply AI-enabled tools and technologies to strengthen compliance processes and analysis including automation of monitoring tasks, predictive risk insights, and workflow optimization. 
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to serve as a subject matter expert across business units. 

 Preferred Qualifications 

  • CRCM (Certified Regulatory Manager) certification preferred. 
  • Experience supporting BSA/AML programs in a banking or fintech environment. 
  • Familiarity with Power BI, data analytics, and AI-enabled compliance tools. 
  • Experience with school-related transactions, disbursements, or education-sector banking. 

 What’s good to know: 

Competencies and Behaviors 

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify compliance risks and trends across banking operations. 
  • Ability to manage multiple regulatory priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, evolving environment. 
  • Process improvement mindset with the ability to design and implement effective compliance controls. 
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in compliance documentation and regulatory reporting. 
  • Strong communication and relationship-management skills to influence and advise across business units. 

 

What you get when you join our team: 

  • Flexible time off to include paid holidays and volunteer time 
  • Robust health, dental, and vision insurance plans on your first day of employment 
  • Comprehensive employee assistance program (EAP) 
  • Employer-paid life insurance/AD&D/short-term and long-term disability insurance 
  • Flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA)  
  • Matched 401(k)  
  • Employee stock purchase plan 

 Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills, and relevant experience. Some positions may include additional compensation in the form of bonus, equity, or commissions.

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Illumia is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected military/veteran status, or any other protected factor.

 

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