At BK Plus we are seeking an Compliance Director to join our growing business.

The Compliance Director will lead our compliance program, ensuring that all our business operations and procedures comply with legal regulations and internal policies. The role requires developing our existing suite of policies, conducting audits, and acting as a liaison between the company and our regulatory bodies. The Compliance Director will play a critical role in safeguarding our integrity and reputation.

As a Compliance Director you will:

• Design and implement an effective compliance program tailored to our needs to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct.
• Develop, initiate, maintain, and revise policies and procedures for the general operation of the compliance program and its related activities.
• Ensure policies align with current accounting/financial standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and report to the Board on potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk within accounting/financial operations.
• Design and improve internal control measures to prevent compliance breaches
• Provide training for employees on compliance-related topics, policies, or procedures, focusing on accounting/financial practices and standards.
• Ensure that all employees are educated on the latest regulations and firm policies.
• Foster a culture of integrity, ethics, and compliance throughout the organisation.

The ideal Compliance Director will:

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, law, business administration, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Have a minimum of 8-10 years of experience in compliance, risk management, or regulatory affairs within the accounting industry.
• Proven experience in a leadership role within a compliance department, preferably in an accountancy firm.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting standards and regulations (including AML and GDPR)

This is a remote based role but the candidate will be occasionally required to travel to our Head Office based in Aldridge, West Midland to attend meetings.