Vice President – Compliance

Role Description The Vice President – Compliance is a part-time, remote role responsible for overseeing compliance across the firm’s bookkeeping and financial services operations. This role develops, implements, and maintains compliance policies and procedures to ensure alignment with relevant regulations and industry standards. Day-to-day tasks include monitoring regulatory changes, assessing risk, conducting internal reviews, and advising leadership on compliance-related matters. The Vice President – Compliance collaborates with internal teams to embed best practices into workflows, trains staff on compliance requirements, and supports the resolution of compliance issues. The role also contributes to client-facing policies to promote transparency, ethical practices, and trust.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Compliance Management and Regulatory Compliance to design, oversee, and refine compliance programs.
• Candidates should possess solid Analytical Skills to evaluate risks, interpret regulatory updates, and recommend appropriate controls.
• Candidates should possess knowledge of Finance and Financial Services to understand bookkeeping practices, client accounts, and industry-specific requirements.
• Experience in developing and implementing internal policies, procedures, and controls within a professional services or financial environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex regulations into clear guidance for team members and clients.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a remote setting, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively with leadership and staff.
• Previous experience in a compliance leadership role, preferably within bookkeeping, accounting, or financial services, is highly beneficial.
• Relevant professional certification or degree in law, finance, accounting, or a related field is preferred.