Job Description
SUMMARY: The BSA/AML Quality Assurance Analyst is responsible for performing BSA Surveillance, Due Diligence, and OFAC/CTR quality assurance reviews of alerts generated by the Bank's transaction monitoring system, cases created from the alerts, and/or related forms. The QA Analyst will identify, document, and report findings to BSA QA Manager to ensure compliance with the Bank's established BSA/AML program. The candidate will also facilitate BSA training on both an internal and enterprise basis. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties and special projects may be assigned.
- Understand and ensure compliance with the execution of BSA/AML/OFAC policy and procedures.
- Perform QA reviews of alert/case processes for BSA Surveillance and BSA Due Diligence to evaluate the work product for quality, accuracy, and sound decision making.
- Perform QA reviews of OFAC monitoring processes and CTR filings.
- Provide feedback and communicate effectively with peers on the results of QA reviews.
- Assist the BSA supervisors/managers in preparing QA reports and the execution of special projects or reviews, as required.
- Report and escalate all concerns or findings on the results of QA testing clearly and objectively to BSA supervisors/managers.
- Provide recommendations to BSA supervisor/manager to enhance BSA/AML/OFAC policy and procedures based on QA review assessments to improve quality and consistency.
- Assist the BSA supervisors/managers in preparing training sessions for BSA business units to address identified risks or gaps in BSA/AML procedures or processes.
- Adhere to all designated time frames, manage workflow to the specified deadlines and complete responsibilities in a satisfactory manner.
- Interact with bank examiners, internal auditors, and compliance personnel during BSA and AML related audits, if necessary.
- Complete all job-related training in a timely manner and attend seminars or continuing education, as directed.
- Provide support in connection with BSA training requirements.
- Participate in team meetings.
- Perform any other assignments as directed by BSA QA Manager
- Adheres to and complies with applicable, federal and state laws, regulations and guidance, including those related to anti-money laundering (i.e. Bank Secrecy Act, US PATRIOT Act, etc.).
- Adheres to Bank policies and procedures and completes required training.
- Identifies and reports suspicious activity.
EDUCATION Experience Bachelor's Degree or commensurate work experience required
- 7-9 Years banking experience, with emphasis on BSA Compliance required
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS - Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) preferred Or
- Anti-Money Laundering Certified Associate (AMLCA) preferred
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