Compliance Analyst

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Lexington, KY

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Accounting, Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Auditing, Communication Skills, Compensation Management, Contract Approval, Contract Management, Contract Manufacturing, Contract Requirements, Contract Review, Corporate Policies, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Documentation, English Language, External Audit, Federal Laws and Regulations, File Audits, Finance, Financial Audit, Financial Services, Government Contracts, Hair Styling, Healthcare, Human Resources, Internal Audit, Leadership, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Monitor Regulations, Multitasking, Operational Strategy, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Skills, Risk Analysis, Sales Tax, Staff Training, State Laws and Regulations, Tax Regulations, Tax Reporting, Team Player, Time Management, Use Tax, Vision Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Lexington, KY
POSTED
4 days ago

Compliance Analyst

Position Summary

The Compliance Analyst is responsible for supporting the organization’s compliance program by monitoring regulatory requirements, tax compliance obligations, and contract compliance standards while ensuring adherence to company policies and applicable laws. This role works cross-functionally with departments including accounting, finance, legal, procurement, operations, and human resources to identify risks, maintain compliance standards, and support process improvement initiatives.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Monitor and interpret federal, state, and industry regulations applicable to the organization
  • Support tax compliance activities including sales and use tax tracking, business license renewals, tax documentation, and coordination with internal accounting teams or external advisors
  • Review contracts, vendor agreements, and customer agreements to ensure compliance with company policies and contractual obligations
  • Track key contract terms, renewal dates, reporting requirements, and compliance deliverables
  • Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining compliance policies and procedures
  • Conduct compliance reviews, audits, and risk assessments
  • Investigate potential compliance issues and recommend corrective actions
  • Maintain accurate documentation, compliance records, and audit support files
  • Prepare reports and presentations related to compliance findings, tax reporting, and contract tracking metrics
  • Collaborate with internal departments to ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements
  • Assist with internal and external audit requests
  • Track regulatory changes and communicate updates to leadership and impacted teams
  • Support employee compliance training and awareness initiatives
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and operational efficiencies
  • Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive information

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Legal Studies, or related field preferred
  • 2+ years of experience in compliance, contract administration, tax support, audit, finance, or related field preferred
  • Understanding of regulatory compliance, contract administration, and internal controls
  • Familiarity with tax documentation and reporting processes preferred
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Skills

  • Experience in healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, government contracting, or other regulated industries
  • Familiarity with compliance monitoring tools and contract management systems
  • Experience supporting audits or regulatory examinations
  • Knowledge of vendor compliance requirements and risk assessment methodologies
  • Relevant certifications such as CRCM, CAMS, CCEP, or paralegal/compliance certifications are a plus

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Professional development and growth opportunities
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

Privacy Notice

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.

  • California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
  • Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
  • Residents of all other states may access our policies here.
  • Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
  • Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.

Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

  • the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
  • licensure and certification requirements;
  • office location and other geographic considerations;
  • other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

About the Company

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Company Confidential

Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search and strategic staffing for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, finance, technology, healthcare, operations, administration and more. As a premier talent solutions firm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies find talent to grow their business. Since its founding in 2002, Vaco has grown to more than 35 offices across the globe, 700+ employees, more than 3,000 consultants and $450M in revenue. Vaco has been named to Inc. magazine’s list of the fastest-growing private companies for past 11 years and is dedicated to developing long-term relationships, life-long careers and creative client solutions.
COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
http://www.vaco.com/