AML Compliance Analyst

About IRIS Global:
IRIS Global is one of the USA's largest private equity-owned software companies, delivering industry-leading solutions across Sales, Marketing, Product, Engineering, Support, and Finance. Our Payroll Service is a high-growth opportunity within the organization, providing innovative software solutions to sectors such as Accountancy, SME, and Education.

Role Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented AML Compliance Analyst to implement and oversee the company's Anti-Money Laundering (AML) policies and record-keeping for clients in Canada and the US. The successful candidate will have experience in a compliance or accountancy environment, strong knowledge of AML/KYC checks, and proficiency in Microsoft 365 products.

This role requires excellent communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to make confident risk-based decisions to protect IRIS Global, our employees, and clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct AML/KYC checks for new domestic and international clients, relevant suppliers, directors, beneficial owners (BOs), and persons of significant control (PSCs).
• Remove ongoing monitoring from ex-directors as needed.
• Compile, investigate, and complete incident reporting. Assist with Canadian reporting (PSP/FINTRAC), and US state and federal examinations.
• Maintain records of AML/KYC checks in spreadsheets or other tools, monitoring progress and identifying missing documentation.
• Refer confirmed PEP or sanctions cases to the MLRO with well-documented recommendations.
• Maintain a ‘High-Risk Register' for clients or suppliers flagged during AML/KYC checks.
• Ensure corporate systems, such as payroll, receive each client's ‘AML ID' from AI software.
• Respond to queries from payroll managers, sales teams, and the CCO/MLRO.
• Support payroll managers in obtaining legally required client documentation.
• Assist in designing and implementing AML and Counter-Terrorism Finance procedures.
• Utilize Microsoft 365 tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for reporting, presentations, and record-keeping.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 2-year or 4-year college degree preferred; experience in compliance, KYC, or accounting is highly valued.
• Knowledge of data protection, privacy, and evolving compliance regulations (e.g., anti-bribery and corruption) is a plus.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Strong decision-making abilities and attention to detail.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a vibrant, fast-growing organization.
• Opportunity to work remotely while contributing to a high-impact compliance team.
• Gain experience in a dynamic, multi-functional software company.