Compliance Manager

Pella Area Community & Economic Alliance; Leighton (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Leighton State Bank is seeking a Compliance Manager to oversee regulatory, legal, and operational compliance programs. You will lead the compliance function, work with bank leadership, and maintain audit readiness to ensure adherence to policy and controls.

The role requires 3+ years in banking with risk or compliance, plus a relevant degree. You will promote a culture of accountability and excellence across the organization.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of banking experience (ideally in risk or compliance) or a relevant degree.
• Proven leadership abilities with a collaborative, solution-oriented approach.
• Comprehensive understanding of banking regulations, BSA laws, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain compliance programs mitigating regulatory, legal, and operational risks.
• Coordinate internal/external audit schedules and staff training.
• Collaborate with bank leaders to monitor and enhance controls.
• Maintain audit readiness and promote a culture of accountability.

Skills

Banking experience

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

Compliance Manager

Posted: 08/14/2026

Banking

Leighton State Bank is seeking a skilled Compliance Manager to oversee our regulatory, legal, and operational compliance programs. In this role, you will lead compliance, collaborate with bank leadership, maintain constant audit readiness, and cultivate a strong culture of accountability and excellence. The position is a full time, salaried exempt position.

What You'll Do

Identify, develop and maintain compliance programs that mitigate risks presented to the bank in the areas of regulatory, legal and operational compliance. Coordinate internal/external audit schedules and design staff training programs. Collaborate with bank leaders in the identification, coordination, implementation and monitoring of controls implemented to mitigate identified risks. Manage relationships with third parties, auditors and regulators as they assess the bank and its programs designed to control compliance and regulatory risks. Promote accountability, ethical behavior and a strong compliance culture.

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of banking experience (ideally in risk or compliance) or a relevant degree.


• Proven leadership abilities with a collaborative, solution-oriented approach.


• Comprehensive understanding of banking regulations, BSA laws, and risk management.

Leighton State Bank

Stacey Bone

• 900 Washington St. Pella IA 50219


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