Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) / BSA Officer

SOLANA FOUNDATION; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

KAST is seeking an experienced BSA Officer / MLRO to lead our AML/CFT and OFAC program from New York. The role is fully remote with compliance oversight across U.S.

partners and regulators. You'll govern BSA/AML strategy, oversee SAR/CTR filings, KYC/CIP and CDD programs, sanctions screening, regulatory reporting, and board communications, driving a strong culture of financial crime prevention across the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years direct BSA/AML compliance experience.
• Deep knowledge of FinCEN regulations, OFAC sanctions, and FFIEC guidelines.
• Experience leading MLRO programs within financial services or fintech.
• Strong ability to collaborate with U.S. partners and regulators.

Responsibilities

• Govern and update BSA/AML/OFAC policies and risk assessments.
• Act as primary contact for U.S. partners for AML audits and reporting.
• Oversee transaction monitoring, SAR/CTR filings, and investigations.
• Manage KYC/CIP and Enhanced Due Diligence on high-risk accounts.
• Oversee sanctions screening and watchlist checks in real time.
• Handle FinCEN 314(a)/314(b) requests and regulatory inquiries.
• Report to the CEO and Board on BSA program status and metrics.
• Develop annual BSA/AML training for all staff.

Skills

BSA/AML compliance

MLRO leadership

Regulatory reporting

Transaction monitoring

Tools

AML software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced BSA Officer / MLRO to lead, manage, and execute our Anti- Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Financing of Terrorism (CFT), Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), and Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) program.

In this role, you will serve as the primary operational authority responsible for protecting our platform against financial crime, ensuring strict compliance with FinCEN regulations, and serving as the direct liaison to our U.S. Partners.

Department: Legal & Compliance

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: New York

Workplace type: Fully remote

Responsibilities

• Program Governance & Strategy: Design, implement, and continuously update the
  company’s BSA/AML/OFAC policies, procedures, and risk assessments to align with
  FinCEN guidelines and sponsor bank requirements.
• Partner Bank Oversight: Act as the primary point of contact for our U.S. partners for all
  AML/BSA audits, compliance reporting, policy approvals, and regulatory reviews.
• Transaction Monitoring & SAR Filings: Oversee automated transaction monitoring
  systems to detect suspicious patterns, investigate escalated alerts, and make
  independent determinations regarding Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) and Currency Transaction Report (CTR) filings.
• KYC / CIP & Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD): Maintain robust Customer Identification Programs (CIP) and execute EDD on high-risk accounts, Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs), and complex corporate entities.
• Sanctions & Watchlist Screening: Ensure real-time, ongoing screening against OFAC, PEP, and global watchlists.
• Regulatory Reporting & Requests: Manage responses to FinCEN 314(a)/314(b)
  information requests, law enforcement subpoenas, and regulatory inquiries.
• Reporting to the Board: Prepare and present periodic updates on the state of the BSA program, risk typologies, and alert metrics directly to the CEO and Board of Directors.
• Training & Culture: Develop and deliver annual BSA/AML training tailored to all
  personnel, executive management, and relevant operational teams.

Qualifications & Skills

• US Location (Mandatory): Must be legally authorized to work in and physically reside in the United States.
• Experience: Minimum 5+ years of direct BSA/AML compliance, financial crime
  prevention, or MLRO experience at a U.S. financial institution, sponsor bank, or fintech company.
• Regulatory Expertise: Deep operational knowledge of the Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act, FinCEN rules, OFAC sanctions, and FFIEC exam guidelines.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience configuring and working with modern AML
  transaction monitoring software, sanctions engines, and case management tools.

About KAST

KAST is redefining stablecoin banking for global citizens, crypto professionals, Web3-native businesses, and high-inflation markets hungry for USD-backed banking. Backed by top-tier global investors and led by the ex-APAC CEO of Circle, our leadership team spans Circle, Airwallex, Revolut, Wise, Grab, Zoom, AWS, and leading OTC desks. We’ve scaled from zero to nearly a million users at ridiculous speed.