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How much do compliance controller jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for compliance controller in the United States is $119,497.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,000.00 and $138,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a compliance controller?

Compliance Controllers are professionals responsible for ensuring that an organization adheres to all relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies. They design, implement, and monitor compliance programs, conduct risk assessments, and report on compliance issues to management. Their work helps organizations avoid legal penalties, reputational damage, and operational disruptions. Compliance Controllers often collaborate with various departments to promote a culture of ethical conduct and regulatory awareness.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a compliance controller?

To thrive as a Compliance Controller, you need a solid understanding of regulatory frameworks, risk management, and internal controls, usually backed by a degree in finance, accounting, or law. Familiarity with compliance management systems, audit software, and relevant certifications such as Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is typical. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills for ensuring regulatory adherence and influencing organizational behavior. These competencies are crucial to protect the organization from legal risks and maintain operational integrity.

What are some common challenges compliance controllers face when ensuring company-wide adherence to regulations?

Compliance Controllers often encounter the challenge of keeping up with frequently changing laws and regulations, especially in highly regulated industries. They must ensure that all departments are consistently informed and trained on updated compliance requirements, which can be complex in large organizations. Additionally, balancing thorough oversight with efficient business operations can be demanding, as it requires strong communication and collaboration skills to implement effective controls without disrupting workflow. Building strong relationships with internal teams and maintaining clear documentation are essential strategies to overcome these challenges.

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Trade Compliance Controller

Franklin, KY • On-site

Actus Consulting Group
Software Development • 1 - 10 employees
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Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Position Title:Trade Compliance Controller

Department: COM Location:Franklin、KY

Reports to: Senior Manager

FLSA Status: Salary Non-Exempt General Position Summary

Responsible for managing all day-to-day trade compliance activities in accordance with the FPI Customs Import-Export Compliance Procedure. Ensure the company's adherence to domestic and international trade laws, regulations, and FPI governing trade policies.

Essential Functions

Ensure Compliance with Trade Regulations:

  • Receive, Monitor and stay up to date with global trade laws and regulations (import/export laws, tariffs, customs requirements, sanctions, and embargoes).
  • Ensure compliance with local, national, and international laws concerning trade, including customs regulations, export controls, and anti-money laundering laws.

Develop, Implement, and Maintain Trade Compliance Policies:

  • Create and enforce internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with trade regulations.
  • Conduct periodic audits to assess adherence to trade policies and procedures within FPI.

Customs and Import/Export Documentation:

  • Ensure that all customs declarations, shipping documents, and permits are accurate and properly filed with the relevant authorities.
  • Manage the preparation of Customer required documentation, including SLIs, USMCA, AALA, and certificates of origin.

Classifications:

  • Determining the correct HS code for products being imported or exported, to ensure the applicable duties, taxes, and regulations are applied to the goods.
  • Ensure that all imported products are classified properly to minimize risk and optimize trade operations.
  • Stay up to date with changes in customs regulations, trade laws, and updates to the HS code system to ensure FPI's product classifications remain accurate.
  • Conduct audits to verify that the correct HS codes have been used and that all regulatory requirements have been met, while making and reporting corrections if errors are found.

Training and Education:

  • Be committed to continuous professional development through training and educational programs to enhance compliance knowledge.
  • Maintain good practice of monitoring domestic and international news and form relationships with government agencies, customs officials, and legal experts to ensure compliance with changing trade laws.

Other Tasks as Assigned

  • Job Dimensions (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities or KSAs)
Minimum Qualifications: A deep understanding of Customs Regulations and Laws, and Customs Procedures; Familiar with Harmonized System (HS) codes and their use in classification; and Proficient in using ERP systems and databases for managing documentation and records.

Education Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in business, economics, or international relations is preferred, but not required.
  • At least 1-year experience with basic knowledge of customs compliance and international trade

Work Experience Requirements

  • Strong written and verbal communication, organizational and analytical skills, and extreme attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
  • The ability to manage competing priorities and meet multiple goals, plans and milestones
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in international trade compliance
  • Demonstrated experience in import/export compliance roles
  • 1 year of regulatory compliance or internal controls experience preferred

Certificates/Licenses

  • Certified Trade Compliance and/or Export Specialist certification desired

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment：Office

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