Compliance and Transaction Specialist

Alternatives FCU is seeking a Compliance and Transaction Specialist to join our Finance Team. Alternatives is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) credit union serving Tompkins and surrounding counties, and is proud to find solutions for those left behind by the mainstream financial institutions. CDFIs share a common goal of expanding economic opportunity in low-income communities by providing access to fair financial products and services for local residents and businesses.

At Alternatives FCU, our mission is to help build and protect wealth for people with diverse identities who have been historically marginalized by the financial industry; especially those with low wealth or who identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC). This mission is rooted in a deep commitment to equity and justice.

The Compliance and Transaction Specialist will be responsible for all Bank Secrecy Act related duties, including Currency Transaction Reports, Suspicious Activity Reports, and Enhanced Due Diligence to ensure ongoing compliance with all regulatory requirements. In addition, this role will assist the department with member related functions, such as wire transfers, stop payments, abandoned accounts and automatic transfers. The ideal candidate will have one year experience in customer service and one year experience in the financial industry.

We believe that lasting impact starts from within. That's why we strive to cultivate a team that reflects the communities we serve; diverse in race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, socioeconomic background, and lived experience. We actively seek out candidates who bring a range of perspectives and are committed to challenging systemic inequities in financial systems.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applications from people who are BIPOC, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, and members of other historically excluded communities.

We know that not everyone checks every box, and that's okay. If you're excited about this role and our mission, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn't align perfectly.

We are passionate about financial justice and bringing equity to wealth-building systems and we invite you to join us!