Seniority Level: Associate Specialist
About the Position:
Whish Money Canada is looking for an experienced Compliance Officer to join our team in Montréal and manage the day-to-day AML/ATF compliance function. The role requires strong hands-on Canadian compliance experience and knowledge of FINTRAC requirements.
Key Tasks:
- Manage and maintain the Canadian AML/ATF compliance program
- Perform transaction monitoring, investigations and escalations
- Prepare and submit FINTRAC regulatory reports, including STRs, LCTRs and EFTRs
- Manage KYC/CDD, PEP/HIO and sanctions screening and ongoing monitoring
- Review and update AML policies, procedures and risk assessments
- Maintain required compliance records and documentation
- Support FINTRAC examinations, audits and effectiveness reviews
- Monitor Canadian regulatory developments and requirements
Requirements:
- 5–7 years of Canadian AML/compliance experience
- CAMS certification
- Bilingual in English/French
- Strong knowledge of FINTRAC and PCMLTFA requirements
- Hands-on experience in transaction monitoring and regulatory reporting
- Excellent analytical, investigative and communication skills
- Legally authorized to work in Canada
Nice to Have:
- Experience within an MSB, remittance, payments, fintech or financial institution
- Experience supporting FINTRAC examinations or effectiveness reviews
Technical Skills:
- Experience with transaction monitoring and KYC/AML systems
- Familiarity with sanctions and PEP screening tools
- Experience with compliance case management and regulatory reporting systems
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to take ownership of the Canadian compliance function
- Professional growth within an international payments and remittance business
- Competitive compensation package
- Group health and insurance benefits
- Hybrid work arrangement
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
