Compliance Analyst

Who We Are:

Auto Approve is a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar fintech organization. We are disrupting the way people pay for their cars and trucks, saving customers over $1,000 a year. Auto loans are complicated, confusing, and too costly. Auto Approve makes it simple for our customers to save money and enjoy life more. With the help of our private equity backers, we are revolutionizing the auto finance industry.

We recently crossed the $6B loan milestone, helping over 180,000 customers refinance loans; putting more money back in their pockets for things that matter the most. Auto Approve has been 3x recognized on Inc. 5000’s list of Fastest Growing Private Companies and most recently received the distinction of inclusion on BuiltIn’s 2026 Best Places to Work List in Chicago. We have big goals and growth in mind for 2026, and the Compliance Analyst will have an opportunity to grow personally and professionally and have a direct impact in helping Auto Approve to continue recognizing our high level of success!

Most of our team members join us because they connect with our mission of providing services that make it simple for our customers to save money and enjoy life more. We provide a fast-paced, enthusiastic atmosphere that thrives on constant improvement. We offer a competitive compensation package, a full suite of medical benefits (including dental, vision, pet insurance, and more), and PTO and holidays. We are looking for individuals to demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit, promote fresh ideas, and serve as an agent of change. We’re looking for a Compliance Analyst to join our rapidly growing remote team.

What You’ll Do:

Auto Approve is seeking an experienced Compliance Analyst to assist the Director of Compliance with policy and procedure documentation, development and performance of internal and external audits and the support of licensing and other operational compliance tasks. The successful candidate will have experience performing process and vendor audits, analyzing test results and providing accurate and concise documentation of all findings and recommendations. The Compliance Analyst will be responsible for data analysis and documentation as well as various compliance administration duties.

The role’s day-to-day duties include (but are not limited to):

Document key processes and internal control points and assist in identifying any gaps or

opportunities for improvement

Assist in the creation and amendment of policies and procedure documents to ensure

compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

Perform audits of internal and external processes including, but not limited to, telephone

communications with consumers, preparation and execution of loan documents and vendor

performance

Participate in data analysis and testing

Accurately and effectively document and communicate audit results

Provide proactive, clear and actionable recommendations and alternatives to Management and

Director of Compliance

Maintain strong collaborative relationships with lending partners and vendors

Possible travel in the future to perform off-site vendor audits

Perform special projects as assigned

What You’ll Need:

3-5 years of experience in an applicable risk management, quality assurance or compliance environment

Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Expert level understanding of the auto finance industry

Demonstrated skills in the areas of critical thinking, problem analysis and problem solving

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, Word and/or experience using other database

applications

Ability to work independently

Willingness to travel to perform limited off-site vendor audit

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are variable and based on business need. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Physical Requirements: This position is indoors. Must be able to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period. May be asked to lift approximately 25 lbs. Exposure to moderate noise and light, i.e business office with computers, phone, printers, light foot traffic.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement: Auto Approve provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Auto Approve complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.