Hudson Valley Credit Union · 19 hours ago
AVP Compliance Testing & Validation
Poughkeepsie, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expHudson Valley Credit Union is currently recruiting for the position of AVP Compliance Testing & Validation, which provides leadership and oversight for compliance testing and regulatory examination management programs. The role involves ensuring compliance risks are identified, corrective actions validated, and enhancing the compliance management system through effective testing methodologies and data analytics.
BankingCreditFinancial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Lead the design, execution, and oversight of compliance testing and validation activities across all business lines
Develop and maintain the annual compliance testing plan, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, internal risk assessments, and strategic priorities
Validate corrective actions from prior reviews, internal audits, and regulatory examinations, ensuring remediation is effective and documented
Continuously enhance testing methodologies, incorporating automation, data analytics, and industry best practices
Maintain centralized records of examination findings, responses, and remediation status for reporting to senior leadership and the Board
Partner with compliance data analysts to design dashboards that track testing progress, remediation status, and systemic risk trends
Translate 1st Line quality assurance and performance reports into compliance insights, escalating issues as appropriate
Produce clear, concise reports and presentations for executive leadership, risk committees, and the Board
Work with business units to facilitate artifact requests and provide guidance on documentation standards
Provide training and support to departments on compliance testing expectations and remediation processes
Collaborate with Risk, Internal Audit, and Operations to ensure alignment of testing and monitoring across the three lines of defense
Support regulatory change management by integrating new requirements into compliance testing protocols
Ensure compliance risk assessments incorporate testing outcomes and validation results
Identify and document data inconsistencies, errors, or anomalies; ensure corrective actions are implemented
Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by driving process enhancements and issue transparency
Maintain key risk indicators, dashboards, and other analytical tools to track trends and emerging risks
Develop or assist in developing targeted training content based on monitoring results, review trends, and emerging regulatory priorities
Assist in preparing for and responding to regulatory examinations and internal audits
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and examination trends; recommend policy and procedural changes as needed
Participate in cross-departmental projects and strategic initiatives
Adhere to all Credit Union policies, procedures, and regulatory agency requirements. Participate in all required and recommended training and development including, but not limited to, Bank Secrecy Act training (BSA) and demonstrate attained knowledge. Participate on Credit Union teams, projects and strategic initiatives when the opportunity arises. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned
Embrace and apply HVCU’s guiding principles to all activities and responsibilities. This includes the Credit Union’s Mission, Vision, Core Values, Employee and Member Value Propositions, Sales and Service Model, and commitment to Lean Six Sigma practices. Support the Credit Union’s initiatives by demonstrating teamwork and professionalism
Responsible for regular and predictable attendance including punctuality
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or at least 2 years equivalent experience for each undergraduate year not completed; undergraduate degree cannot substitute for minimum number of years of experience in business or related field required
Minimum 5 Years Experience in regulatory compliance, testing, risk, or audit roles within a financial institution required
Minimum 3 Years Experience designing and executing compliance testing methodologies, including sampling, control testing, and substantive data testing required
Minimum 3 Years Experience validating remediation efforts and managing regulatory or audit findings to closure required
Preferred
Master's Degree in Computer Science, Business or related field preferred
Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools (Excel, SQL, Python, or Power BI) preferred
Experience working with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) preferred
Benefits
Base & Variable Pay Structures
Paid Personal, Holiday & Volunteer Time Off
Professional Development & Training
Student Loan Repayment & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
401(k) With Employer Match & Non-Elective Employer Contribution
Life, Short-term & Long-term Disability Insurances
Discounted Loan Rates & Fees
Company
Hudson Valley Credit Union
Hudson Valley Credit Union offers online banking, insurance and financial services.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Johanna Robbins
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
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