Regulatory Compliance Officer

Regulatory Compliance Officer

Location: Cheam, UK

Department: Risk, Compliance & Audit Quality

Reports To: Commercial Director 

Salary Range: £40,00 - £48,000 FTE

Contract Type: Permanent, part or full-time

About Us:

Kingston Burrowes is a dynamic and growing firm dedicated to providing exceptional audit and accounting services to our clients. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, integrity, and professional development. Kingston Burrowes is an exciting place to work, driven by our rapid growth and commitment to excellence. As we expand, we offer our team members unparalleled opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Our dynamic and supportive work environment fosters collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. Joining Kingston Burrowes means being part of a forward-thinking firm where your contributions are valued, and you can make a real impact. The growth of our firm not only reflects our success but also opens up new and exciting roles, making it an ideal time to become a part of our journey.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Compliance Officer with expertise in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), financial crime prevention, ISQM 1 audit quality standards, and regulatory compliance. This role is critical in ensuring our firm’s audit and accountancy services meet the highest standards of integrity, quality, and regulatory adherence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation and monitoring of the ISQM 1 (International Standard on Quality Management 1) framework across audit engagements.

• Oversee AML compliance processes, including client due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), and suspicious activity reporting (SAR).

• Conduct internal compliance audits and risk assessments to identify and mitigate financial crime and regulatory risks.

• Maintain and update compliance policies in line with UK regulations (e.g., HMRC, FCA, GDPR, POCA).

• Provide training and support to audit and accountancy teams on AML, ISQM 1, and regulatory compliance.

• Liaise with external regulators (e.g., ICAEW, CIMA, FRC) and auditors during inspections and reviews.

• Reporting and maintaining accurate and comprehensive records of AML/CTF-related activities, including client due diligence documentation and transaction monitoring reports.

• Investigate and report any breaches of compliance or suspicious activity.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Degree in Law, Accounting, Finance, or related field.

• Professional compliance qualification (e.g., ICA Diploma in AML or Financial Crime, CISI Compliance, or equivalent).

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a compliance role within a professional services or accountancy firm.

• Strong knowledge of UK AML regulations, ISQM 1, GDPR, and audit regulatory frameworks.

• Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills.

Desirable:

• ACA, ACCA, or equivalent audit/accounting qualification.

• Experience with compliance and audit quality software (e.g., Inflo, CaseWare, SmartSearch).

Are you passionate about audit quality, financial crime prevention, and regulatory compliance?

We’re looking for a proactive and experienced AML, Financial Crime & Regulatory Compliance Officer to join our growing team at Kingston Burrowes, a leading UK accountancy and audit practice.

In this role, you’ll be instrumental in implementing ISQM 1, managing AML frameworks, and ensuring our audit and advisory services meet the highest ethical and regulatory standards.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme.

• 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.

• Health Cash Plan 

• ICA/CISI training support and CPD opportunities.

• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.

• Flexible working hours.