8/1/2024 - Livermore, United States - Fremont Bank

Fremont Bank

Verified Company

Livermore, United States

4 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Title:
BSA Compliance Analyst I

Location:
Livermore, CA

Hiring salary range:
$ $34.79 per hour

Fremont Bank founded in 1964, is one of the oldest independently owned banks in the Bay Area and is one of the top rated mid-tier banks in the nation.
Voted a Top Workplace for 2022 and for the past twelve consecutive years, Fremont Bank has an immediate opening for a
BSA Compliance Analyst I in Livermore, CA.

Position Overview

The
BSA Compliance Analyst I position is a part of the Compliance Department and reports up through the BSA Compliance Group.

Analysts are responsible for reviewing accounts and transactions in order to detect and identify reportable cash transactions to ensure operational compliance with BSA Currency Transaction Report (CTR) filing requirements, and OFAC compliance.

This position will also include interaction with all areas of the Bank to insure the Bank's Compliance with all State and Federal BSA/AML regulations, including OFAC.

Role and Responsibilities

Daily review of cash transaction activity and the timely completion and filing of Form 104 (CTR's) and Monetary Instruments
Track branch errors and late CTRs for monthly board reports
Identify and review bank clients to determine eligibility for exemption. May assist Branches as needed, in determining exemption status for business clients
Assist with annual review of exempt clients. Review Form TDF designation of Exempt Persons) to ensure they are completed properly and accurately, and all completed forms are filed within the time frame mandated by Regulation
Maintain and document, all additions or deletions to the Bank's "master list" of CTR exempted clients
Reviews nightly OFAC data to ensure no true matches are detected, and would complete accurate documentation to OFAC within the period mandated if the situation was warranted
Provide support and guidance to bank's operational areas and assist with implementation of BSA related programs for the bank including inperson trainings to bank associates, as needed, to ensure proper and timely completion of the required various reporting forms
Maintains a current understanding of Bank policies and procedures
Adhere to bank policy, procedure and regulatory requirements and to maintain a strict level of confidentiality
Assist with the monitoring of higher risk cash intensive accounts and escalate any unusual activity to BSA supervisor
Work in a team oriented and collaborative environment to ensure overall unit goals and deadlines are met
Assist with special projects and data gathering for audit and/or regulatory purposes. Assist with internal audit and federal regulatory examinations
May include other miscellaneous duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED
Previous banking and BSA experience preferred
Knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act regulatory requirements
Basic knowledge of Bank services and products
Knowledge of retail banking operational policies, procedures and systems
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Ability to multitask
Ability to manage time effectively
Ability to utilize personal computers and Windows driven programs
Excellent reading, comprehension and problem solving skills
Technical experience with browsers, software, and hardware
Experience with banking industry, deposit operations and Bank Secrecy Act compliance
Compliance familiarity and understanding of CTRs, SARs, OFAC, MIRs, 314(a) and (b)
Knowledge of bank teller system software and/or imaging systems a plus
Ability to create executive level presentation materials with graphs/illustrations, and proofread content for accuracy
Excellent communication skills
High level of professionalism and collaboration
Organize tasks and projects to meet regulatory requirements
Patient and very attentive to detail
Willingness to help and contribute to complete mission critical initiatives
Show initiative, anticipate needs and be selfdirected
Ability to use creativity and think outside the box
Be flexible and team player