Job Description
Who We Are
The Position
- Leading and growing the BSA function at the bank.
- Assisting in growing and developing the Compliance Office with direct attention to the BSA, Security, and Internal Audit procedures and policies – including but not limited to the audit of loan files, security, and cash.
- Completing the BSA / AML Audits and addressing any related follow-up items.
- Serving as an internal auditor. Including, but not limited to, assessing operational risk at the branch level, cash counts, second reviews for new accounts, secondary post-closing reviews, etc.
- Providing follow-up and documentation for exception reporting.
- Maintaining a current thorough understanding of money laundering and terrorist financing issues, including policies, procedures, regulations, industry best practices, criminal activities and developing trends.
- Developing and delivering staff with BSA/AML/OFAC training.
- Identifying weaknesses in practice and procedure and recommending solutions that increase the level of compliance without unnecessarily burdening the business unit.
- Providing compliance assistance and information to all departments/functional units within the Bank.
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
- Two or more years of prior experience in regulatory matters is required.
- BSA/AML certifications are preferred.
- Familiarity with the Fiserv core system and reports is desirable.
- Working knowledge of Federal and State Anti-Money Laundering compliance statutes and regulations.
- Ability to read and interpret statutes and regulations.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Proficiency in all programs within Microsoft Office.
- Ability to relate to individuals at all levels within the organization as well as with regulatory agencies and external contacts.