POSITION PURPOSE
Under the Direction of the FIU Manager, the BSA FIU Analyst I is responsible for reviewing alerts identified by the Bank’s Transaction Monitoring System (TMS) for customers who may be conducting transactions to launder money or conduct terrorist financing.
This role performs moderately complex research and analysis of customer and transactional data and escalated potential suspicious activity to the BSA FIU Analyst II.
The BSA FIU I Analyst is responsible for complying with all aspects of the Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act, and OFAC as well as the Bank’s BSA / AML / OFAC policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES
- Analyze customer and transactional data to identify and report potential suspicious activity
- Perform in-depth research and detailed account analysis on alerted activity
- Maintain productivity and Quality Assurance (QA) standards
- Maintain proficient knowledge of regulations, including but not limited to, Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Customer Identification (CIP), and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)
- Adhere to Bank policies and procedures
- Report any suspicious or unusual activity carried out by customers or associates
- Complete the annual BSA / AML and Compliance training
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills.
Other duties may be added, or this job description amended at any time.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education / Certification : CAMS certification a plus
Required Knowledge : Knowledge of regulations, including but not limited to, Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Customer Identification (CIP), and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)
Experience Required : Minimum of three years BSA / AML-related banking experience
Experience using Verafin (TMS) is a plus
Skills / Abilities :
Self- starter, capable of working under minimum supervision
Multi-tasker and able to meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment
Results oriented team player
Strong problem-solving ability
Exceptional research and analytical skills
Strong interpersonal and verbal / written communication skills
Proficient in MS Office (Outlook / Word / Excel / PowerPoint)
Strong documentation skills
Adherence to controls and standards
Monday - Friday 8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM. 40 hours per week