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Full-Time

Compliance Program Manager

Square Financial Services

Posted on 7/15/2024

Square

Square

10,001+ employees

Payment and POS solutions for businesses

Consulting
Energy
Consumer Software
Fintech
Social Impact
Crypto & Web3
Financial Services
Consumer Goods

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA + 1 more

Category
Risk & Compliance
Legal & Compliance
Requirements
  • Minimum of seven years of experience in compliance management of commercial and consumer lending and deposits products and services
  • Experience in a bank environment
  • Proficient knowledge of commercial and consumer state and federal banking laws and regulations (e.g., ECOA, UD(A)AP, EFTA, TILA, FDCPA, Reg W, etc.)
  • Familiarity with payment processing and NACHA requirements
  • Ability to interface effectively and build relationships with counterparts and partners both internal and external to SFS
  • Ability to handle a fast-paced environment, take ownership of projects and successfully meet established project deadline requirements
  • Ability to develop, project manage and implement new policies, strategies, and work processes across multiple operational units and business affiliates
  • Ability to understand and communicate legal and regulatory concepts and convert them into relevant, practical business requirements
  • Excellent oral and technical writing skills
Responsibilities
  • Be the primary contact for compliance-related information and activities for the SFS Product and Strategy Team’s initiatives
  • Partner with relevant third parties and vendors that support the objectives and deliverables of the Bank’s Compliance Program.
  • Report to Bank senior management and support teams regarding key developments in regulatory compliance to ascertain how business initiatives may be impacted
  • Conduct regulatory risk assessments on new, modified, and proposed products and services and craft and implement appropriate risk treatments accordingly
  • Perform targeted compliance reviews to validate Bank adherence with applicable laws and SFS policies
  • Provide oversight of and direction to the compliance monitoring program, including handling escalations and testing report validation
  • Participate in audits and regulatory examinations. Assist in addressing findings and help prepare responses as requested
  • Complete additional projects and duties as directed

Square provides payment and point-of-sale (POS) solutions designed for businesses of all sizes, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like retail stores, restaurants, and online merchants. Its main product is a POS system that includes hardware such as card readers and terminals, along with software that allows businesses to accept various payment methods, including credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments. Square also offers additional services like invoicing, payroll management, and business analytics, making it a comprehensive tool for managing business operations. What sets Square apart from its competitors is its user-friendly interface and transparent fee structure, which charges a small fee for each transaction processed. This simplicity appeals to small business owners who value predictable costs. The goal of Square is to empower SMEs by providing them with the tools they need to manage sales and customer relationships effectively.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$601.2M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

5%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Square's expansion into new markets, such as offering Tap to Pay in France, indicates strong growth potential and international reach.
  • The company's investment in Bitcoin and blockchain technology positions it at the forefront of financial innovation, potentially leading to significant long-term gains.
  • Square's extensive ecosystem of third-party integrations, particularly in the food and beverage sector, enhances its value proposition and operational efficiency for businesses.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive fintech market requires Square to continuously innovate to maintain its market position and avoid being outpaced by rivals.
  • Square's significant investment in Bitcoin introduces volatility and financial risk, which could impact its overall financial stability.

What makes Square unique

  • Square's user-friendly hardware and software solutions, including its flagship POS system, set it apart in the fintech market by offering a seamless and comprehensive business management experience.
  • The company's transparent transaction-based revenue model appeals to small business owners who prefer predictable costs, unlike competitors with more complex fee structures.
  • Square's strategic focus on integrating advanced technologies like machine learning and Bitcoin into its ecosystem demonstrates its commitment to innovation and staying ahead of market trends.
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