Compliance Specialist, Client Onboarding & KYC (Canada)

Location:​ Toronto, ON (Hybrid/Onsite)

Reports to:​ Chief Compliance Officer (CCO)

About HorizonFlare:

HorizonFlare is a registered Money Services Business (MSB) in Canada. We leverage cutting-edge technology to provide market-making services and digital financial solutions through our platform, Novo Financial. We are seeking a meticulous Compliance Specialist to join our Toronto team.

The Role:

This role is critical in ensuring the integrity of our client base. You will be the first line of defense, managing the end-to-end lifecycle of client onboarding and KYC remediation, reporting directly to the CCO.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Client Onboarding:​ Conduct enhanced due diligence (EDD) for individual and corporate clients.
  • Risk Assessment:​ Evaluate customer risk based on geography, product type, and transaction behavior.
  • Document Verification:​ Authenticate documents, UBO (Ultimate Beneficial Ownership) structures, and Source of Wealth (SoW).
  • Regulatory Adherence:​ Ensure all onboarding processes comply with FINTRACPCMLTFA, and Canadian sanctions regulations.
  • Escalation:​ Prepare concise briefings for the CCO regarding high-risk merchants or complex ownership structures.

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of compliance experience within the Canadian financial sector (MSB, Fintech, or Payments preferred).
  • Proficient in KYC/CDD tools (e.g., World-Check, Persona, or Sumsub).
  • Strong understanding of Canadian AML regulations and sanctions lists (OSFI, OFAC, UN).
  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

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