Chief Compliance Officer in Bridgewater, New Jersey at NIGHTSEA INC

We are seeking an experienced Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) with proven expertise in U.S. regulatory compliance for stablecoins, cryptocurrencies, and digital assets. The CCO will lead the company’s compliance strategy, ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations while maintaining the highest ethical standards. This role requires deep familiarity with the BSA/AML, OFAC, and state money transmission frameworks, as well as hands-on experience with MSB and MTL licensing processes.

• Compliance Program Management

  • Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive compliance program in line with U.S. federal and state regulations, including BSA/AML, OFAC, and relevant cryptocurrency guidance.

  • Oversee the company’s MSB registration with FinCEN and manage state-level MTL license applications and renewals.

• Policy Development & Enforcement

  • Establish and enforce KYC (Know Your Customer), KYB (Know Your Business), and AML policies tailored for stablecoin and cryptocurrency transactions.

  • Supervise customer onboarding, transaction monitoring, and enhanced due diligence procedures.

  • Ensure timely preparation and filing of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and other regulatory reports.

• Regulatory Monitoring & Liaison

  • Monitor changes in U.S. and international regulations affecting digital assets and stablecoins; advise senior management on compliance impacts and operational adjustments.

  • Serve as the primary contact for regulators, auditors, and banking/financial partners.

• Audit & Risk Management

  • Coordinate internal audits, risk assessments, and external regulatory examinations.

  • Develop remediation plans for identified compliance gaps.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.

• 5+ years of compliance experience in fintech, cryptocurrency, stablecoin operations, or financial services.

• Strong knowledge of BSA, AML, OFAC, and state money transmission regulations.

• Proven experience with MSB and MTL licensing processes.

• Deep understanding of KYC/AML best practices, transaction monitoring systems, and SAR reporting.

• Strong communication and negotiation skills; ability to work directly with regulators and external auditors.

• CAMS or equivalent compliance certification preferred.