About this Compliance Associate II, Assurance role at Remitly
Job Description:
At Remitly, we believe everyone deserves the freedom to access, move, and manage their money wherever life takes them. Since 2011, we've tirelessly delivered on our promise to customers sending money globally, providing secure, simple, and reliable ways to manage their money, ensuring true peace of mind. Whether it's supporting loved ones back home, growing a business across continents, or pursuing new opportunities abroad, we're not just here to move money— we're here to move our global customers forward.We're looking for builders, reimaginers, and global thinkers who want to work at the intersection of technology, trust, and transformation. If that's you and you're ready to do the most meaningful work of your career—we invite you to join over 2,800 passionate Remitlians worldwide who are united by our vision to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders.
The Compliance Associate II is a member of the Global Audit & Assurance (GAA) organization, reporting to the Senior Assurance Manager. This role supports the planning, design, and execution phases of second line assurance projects. You will be responsible for evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of internal controls, documenting findings, and developing recommendations. Working closely with senior members of the GAA team, you will help evaluate Remitly's control environment and advance Annual Testing Plan priorities.
- Understand end-to-end processes and identify and document key controls and risks.
- Perform second line compliance assurance reviews to determine the effectiveness of internal controls.
- Prepare scope documents, define test procedures, execute sample-based control testing, perform root cause analysis, and recommend improvements aligned to root cause findings.
- Build collaborative and trusting relationships with business and cross-functional partners.
- Perform other duties as required.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Information Systems, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 1–3 years of experience in Internal Audit, Compliance, Second Line of Defense Testing, or Quality Assurance within a financial services company, Fintech, or consulting firm.
- Exposure to end-to-end testing cycle management; ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while supporting multiple projects simultaneously.
- Technically adaptable with comfort in systems and process analysis.
- Familiarity with process mapping techniques and the design and analysis of processes, systems, and organizations.
- Experience or exposure to compliance, technology, or regulatory testing projects.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Solid communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Analytical mindset with an interest in technology, financial, and compliance risk.
- Proficiency in Google Sheets and Microsoft PowerPoint, and flowcharting tools (e.g., Lucidchart or Visio).
- Comfort working with advanced tools and technologies, including AI-assisted testing platforms and automated compliance testing tools.
- Experience with Anti-Money Laundering / Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT), Consumer Protection, or Consumer Fraud compliance.
- Relevant compliance or audit certifications such as CRCM (Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager), CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIPP, or equivalent compliance or audit credentials.
- Experience with data analytics and advanced tools such as Tableau, Alteryx, Power BI, Snowflake, or AI-assisted testing and automation platforms.
Our Benefits:
Rice Allowance
Transportation Allowance
Paid Vacation
Medical, Dental & Vision
Accident and Life Insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits
Our Connected Work Culture: Driving Innovation, Together
At Remitly, we believe that true innovation sparks when we come together. Our Connected Work Culture fosters dynamic in-person collaboration, where ideas ignite and challenging problems find solutions faster. For corporate team members, we have an in-office expectation of at least 50% of the time monthly, typically achieved by coming in three days a week. This creates a consistent, meaningful overlap that supports team norms and business needs. Managers also have the flexibility to set higher expectations based on their team's specific needs. These intentional in-office moments are vital for deepening relationships, fueling creativity, and ensuring your impact is felt where it matters most.
Remitly is an E-Verify Employer
At Remitly, we are dedicated to ensuring that our workplace offers equal employment opportunities to all employees and candidates, in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
