Regulatory Compliance - Senior Associate Financial Services

Baltimore, MD · Milwaukee, WI · Fort Worth, TX · Denver, CO · Connection Center-Charlotte, NC · Minneapolis, MN · Arlington, VA · Dallas, TXFull-time$74k–$141kPosted Aug 3, 2026

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where our purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.

CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.

An exciting job opportunity is available in CLA's Financial Services Group on the Regulatory Compliance team. We are seeking a senior associate to in-charge and complete fieldwork on various regulatory compliance outsourcing projects.

How you'll create opportunities in this role:          

                                                                                    

  • Work with clients and FS staff to fulfill engagement/relationship objectives, complete work within budgets, and coordinate resources to meet objectives.

  • Develop an understanding of the client's business activities, processes, and associated risks.

  • Coordinate timely completion of fieldwork with lead director and oversee work of assigned staff members.

  • Prepare compliance reports.

  • Work with Managers, Directors, and clients to address compliance issues.

  • Keep up to date with the latest industry developments on regulatory compliance through ongoing formal and self-education.

  • Provide ongoing technical assistance support to clients.

  • Assist in the completion of other engagements/special projects or duties as assigned.

  • Mentorship and training of staff.

What you will need:

  • Bachelor’s degree is required. Combination of relevant experience, education and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.

  • 2 years of relevant experience required

  • CRCM, or other compliance certification, a plus

  • Strong knowledge of the financial services industry, controls, and processes; prior financial services industry experience and/or regulatory experience a plus

  • Strong understanding of regulatory compliance concepts

  • Demonstrated track record of leading fieldwork for compliance testing

  • Ability to lead and develop staff and complete assignments within required time constraints and deadlines

  • Ability to travel

Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth. We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact the position of pay within the range. 

 

The compensation range for this position Colorado is $80,000.00-$131,000.00

The compensation range for this position Minnesota is $74,000.00-$126,000.00

The compensation range for this position in Virginia is $93,000.00-$141,000.00

The compensation range for this position in Maryland is $87,000.00-$141,000.00

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Wellness at CLA

To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.


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