Job description

Under the direction of the SVP, Fraud & BSA Officer, the BSA Compliance Analyst is responsible for account identification, analyzing and reporting any activity believed to be associated with unusual and suspicious account activity such as potential fraud, structuring, money laundering, or/and terrorist financing to ensure the Bank is in compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act and USA Patriot Act. This includes identification of unusual transactions and escalating incidents to the BSA Officer and analysts as appropriate, in a timely and accurate manner. The BSA Analyst will monitor the daily, weekly, and monthly alerts, and other duties as needed to assist in investigations and ongoing reporting. The BSA Compliance Analyst performs various quality controls reviews and monitoring pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act, Anti-Money Laundering Program, OFAC, and Customer Identification Program compliance using industry standard and regulatory guidance to ensure the Bank’s compliance efforts are maintained on a daily basis. Ensures compliance within all Bank policies and procedures, as well as all applicable state and federal banking regulations. Pay: $30.23 - $42.32 per hour Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Review daily, weekly, and monthly Fraud, BSA, CDD/EDD alert reports and document actions including non-filing and filing of SARs where needed, ensuring accuracy and compliance with BSA requirements and in accordance with regulatory deadlines Perform daily review, monitoring and analysis of various reports, logs, and transaction data to identify trends, unusual activity, and monitor large currency activity; determines if transactions are suspicious in nature, such as kitting, significant changes in balances, cash structuring in deposits, loan payments, certificate of deposit purchases, wire or ACH transfers, new account openings, etc. Process Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) 314(a) list searches and prepares package for approval Perform research and negative news searches, online searches, and subscription-based resources (i.e. CLEAR) when reviewing a customer’s account activity Suspicious Activity Response – Investigate escalated alerts of potential suspicious activity produced or referred by other areas of the bank and determine appropriate course of action Analyze client and transactional data to identify potentially suspicious activity, exercise solid judgment on examining information, and document suspicious activity, behaviors and/or patterns Detect, respond, and report Elder Financial Abuse to the appropriate authorities within the required reporting deadlines Watch List Response – Ensure Watch List information is properly maintained and updated, review and respond to concerns about OFAC, SDN or other Watch List alerts and take mandated action as necessary Contributes to the development and implementation of Fraud Risk processes, tools, policies, standards, and procedures in alignment with the BSA/AML Program Serve as a resource for fraud or other suspicious activities Responds to inquiries or refers inquiries to the appropriate department or person and demonstrates the necessary follow through with clients and staff involved to ensure proper resolution Assists in ad-hoc special projects as necessary Recommends enhancements regarding monitoring activities, including policy and procedural updates and revisions to the BSA Officer Keep abreast of Fraud, BSA and AML related regulations for changing compliance and recommend business process improvements Review and analyze new and pending laws and regulations and develop or revise appropriate policies, procedures, contracts and agreements to ensure compliance Assist with preparation for regulatory examinations and audits Attend various seminars, webinars, and other outside compliance training Minimum of 10 hours CRA volunteer hours per year. Volunteer hours are typically scheduled within business hours. This is compensable time and mileage is reimbursed Other duties as assigned Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: Combination of training and experience that would provide the knowledge and abilities listed above including specific knowledge of State and Federal laws and regulations pertaining to financial institutions (i.e., BSA, AML, OFAC, USA Patriot Act) Minimum of 4+ years BSA and Fraud experience. Experience in depository financial institution processes and procedures or similar experience is preferred Solid understanding of banking and fraud threats posed by Money Laundering activities Proficiency with computer programs including fraud identification and AML software Organize workflow efficiently, self-direct personal training needs and utilize available resources Perform financial analysis, draw logical conclusions, and make recommendations when needed Sound analytical, evaluation, communication, and interpersonal skills Act independently and confidentially under modest levels of supervision Ability to distinguish and manage confidential information, materials, and conversations. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees from other departments Ability to work scheduled full-time hours and maintain regular attendance Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment BSA and Compliance Responsibilities – in addition to those indicated above: Comply with all requirements, policies, and procedures of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and complete all mandatory BSA training as needed for this position Report to the BSA Officer any money laundering, fraud, and other suspicious activity. Comply with all requirements, policies and procedures outlined in the Bank’s BSA/CIP/OFAC Policy Complete all required compliance and regulatory training, not limited to BSA, as needed for this position Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.

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