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Mission Bank

Senior AML/CFT Analyst

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

$78K - $93K/yr

Compile and deliver quantitative data needed to support management reporting and the risk assessment. Quantitative data are any metrics that are measured and monitored to support the Bank's BSA/AML ...

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Senior AML/CFT Analyst

Mission Bank

Bakersfield, CA • On-site

$78K - $93K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Analyst to join our AML/CFT department! The Senior AML/CFT Analyst is responsible for assisting the AML/CFT Officer and Assistant Officer in the administration, monitoring and ongoing improvement of the Bank's BSA/AML/OFAC Program to ensure compliance with BSA, AML, CTR and OFAC requirements in all areas of the Bank. Works in conjunction with AML/CFT Analysts to monitor and investigate suspicious activity, complete customer due diligence, and complete high-risk reviews. Collaborates with AML/CFT Officer and Assistant Officer with enhancements to Bank's AML/CFT system of internal controls to ensure ongoing compliance, including monitoring, documenting, obtaining a satisfactory audit and exam results. Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Proficient in Excel.

Responsibilities include, but are limited to:

  • Work closely/well with business banking centers to understand client needs and opportunities from a holistic perspective to assure risk analysis and recommendations are well informed.
  • Compile and deliver quantitative data needed to support management reporting and the risk assessment. Quantitative data are any metrics that are measured and monitored to support the Bank's BSA/AML/OFAC program.
  • Review and provide first level approval of all SAR's when the AML/CFT Officer and Assistant Officer is not available. Review, approve and ensure timely submission of all CTR filings and 314(a)/314(b) requests, when the AML/CFT Officer and Assistant Officer is not available.
  • Perform thorough due diligence reports for higher risk clients and client opportunities and communicate results in a professional and collaborative manner
  • Sustain a current awareness of the regulatory environment and emergent regulatory and financial crime risks that may impact the bank's products/services, and BSA/AML controls
  • Maintain effective channels of communication and collaboration with business units to understand BSA/AML, and OFAC risks
  • Assist AML/CFT Officer and Assistant Officer in acting as an escalation point for the AML/CFT department in order to resolve issues, cases, alerts, etc. Work on complex issues where analysis of situation or data requires and in-depth evaluation of variables
  • Work with the officers to perform an assessment of potential BSA/AML and OFAC risks related to new business and product lines (new products, services, customer segments and geographic footprint)
  • Review case files prepared by AML/CFT analysts to include approval of conclusions/justifications and report recommendations to AML/CFT Officer and Assistant Officer for SAR filings
  • Stand in for AML/CFT Officer and Assistant Officer in board and committee meetings when they are unavailable.
  • Oversee and implement training of bank employees on BSA/AML/OFAC related topics
  • Review, audit, and certify OFAC reports and messages.
  • Review CTRs for accuracy and make necessary changes to file.
  • Review cash reports for suspicious activity
  • Monitor MSB accounts for documentation; review & analyze account activity
  • Performs all other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

  • 5 years banking experience
  • Possess strong written/verbal communication skills as well as excellent organizational/time management skills.
  • Proficient in excel
  • Detail oriented
  • Strong ability to analyze and synthesize large amounts of data.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision while performing duties.

Desired Requirements:

  • CAMS certification
  • Experience in a Senior role in BSA/AML/CFT department
  • Ability to conduct extensive research and apply data to improve AML/CFT Program
  • Strong knowledge of AML/CFT compliance

Target Compensation: $78,143 - $93,000 annually, depending on experience