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As the designated BSA Officer, this position ensures the Credit Union maintains compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), the United and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools ...

BSA Officer Reports to: Compliance Officer, CFO Supervises: BSA Assistant Position Summary: This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and administering all aspects of the Bank ...

BSA Officer Reports to: Compliance Officer, CFO Supervises: BSA Assistant Position Summary: This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and administering all aspects of the Bank ...

JOB SUMMARY The Deputy BSA Officer reports directly to the Director of FID and BSA Officer and is responsible for assisting the FID Director in leading and enhancing the design and execution of key ...

JOB SUMMARY The Deputy BSA Officer reports directly to the Director of FID and BSA Officer and is responsible for assisting the FID Director in leading and enhancing the design and execution of key ...

VP BSA Officer

Saint Louis Park, MN · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

The BSA Officer ensures the program is designed and operating effectively across all business lines, products, services, and delivery channels. The role requires oversight of the coordination and ...

VP BSA Officer

Saint Louis Park, MN · Hybrid

$120K - $140K/yr

The BSA Officer ensures the program is designed and operating effectively across all business lines, products, services, and delivery channels. The role requires oversight of the coordination and ...

ABOUT YOUR ROLE The BSA Officer provides strategic direction, leadership, and oversight of the Bank's Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering and Office of Foreign Assets Control Programs (BSA/AML and ...

The BSA/AML Officer I is an emerging compliance professional who supports the institution's Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) programs.

The BSA/AML/CFT Sanctions/ OFAC Officer is responsible for the comprehensive administration, governance, and effectiveness of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter ...

AML/BSA Officer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$150K - $260K/yr

AML/BSA Officer Location : Chicago, IL (Hybrid) Employment Type : Full-Time Overview A highly regulated financial institution is seeking an AML/BSA Officer to lead execution and oversight of its AML ...

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How much do bsa officer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for bsa officer in the United States is $90,567.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,000.00 and $110,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Bsa Officer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a BSA Officer, you need in-depth knowledge of anti-money laundering (AML) laws and regulations, risk assessment, and investigative experience, typically supported by a degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Experience with AML software (such as Actimize or Verafin), familiarity with SAR filing systems, and certifications like CAMS are highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills set excellent BSA Officers apart. These skills are essential to accurately identify suspicious activities, ensure compliance, and protect the organization from financial crime.

What is a BSA Officer job?

A BSA (Bank Secrecy Act) Officer is responsible for ensuring a financial institution complies with BSA, AML (Anti-Money Laundering), and OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control) regulations. Their duties include overseeing transaction monitoring, filing suspicious activity reports (SARs), conducting risk assessments, and implementing compliance programs. They work closely with regulators and internal teams to prevent financial crimes such as money laundering and terrorist financing. A BSA Officer also provides training to staff on compliance-related matters to ensure adherence to laws and regulations.

What are the primary daily responsibilities of a BSA Officer within a financial institution?

As a BSA Officer, your daily responsibilities typically include monitoring transactions for suspicious activity, reviewing and investigating potential AML violations, and ensuring required reports, such as Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs), are filed promptly. You’ll collaborate closely with compliance staff, auditors, and management to maintain and update the institution’s BSA/AML program. Ongoing duties also often involve training employees on compliance procedures and staying current with regulatory changes. This role requires a balance of independent analysis and teamwork to effectively reduce risk and support organizational integrity.

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Infographic showing various Bsa Officer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,567 per year, or $43.5 per hour.
AVP BSA & Fraud

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

Position Summary:
The Assistant Vice President (AVP) BSA amp; Fraud leads strategy and administration of the Credit Union’s BSA/AML/OFAC and Fraud programs. As the designated BSA Officer, this position ensures the Credit Union maintains compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), the United and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism Act (USA PATRIOT Act), Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) regulations and all other applicable anti-money laundering statues and requirements. The AVP manages the BSA/AML and Fraud teams, supporting internal controls, maintaining appropriate educational programs, ensuring independent testing of the Programs, and maintaining a risk-based Program designed to detect, prevent, and report suspicious activity and comply with all regulatory requirements. The AVP oversees the Fraud team, developing advanced fraud mitigation frameworks and collaborates with cross-functional leaders to minimize risk exposure. The AVP administers the SAR Committee, preparing regular reports for the Audit Committee and Board of Directors and serves as the primary liaison with regulators, auditors and law enforcement regarding BSA/AML and Fraud matters.
Key Responsibilities:
BSA/AML/OFAC Program Administration
  • Serve as the designated BSA Officer for the Credit Union.
  • Oversee, manage, and develop the BSA/AML team, establishing departmental goals and performance standards and ensuring timely alert reviews, investigations, and regulatory reporting.
  • Maintain current knowledge of the Bank Secrecy Act and all related anti-money laundering and OFAC regulations and stay apprised of proposed rules, new or changing laws and regulations as well as emerging issues and industry trends to advise Senior Management.
  • Ensure policies, procedures, controls, and monitoring systems are appropriately designed, configured and operating effectively and make recommendations for system enhancements and tuning adjustments.
  • Continually assess Program processes and technologies to enhance Program compliance, efficiency, and effectiveness without compromising controls and compliance.
  • Conduct BSA/AML/OFAC/Fraud, etc., risk assessments on an annual basis or as otherwise appropriate.
  • Oversee the investigation, escalation, and reporting of suspicious activity.
  • Ensure high-risk member monitoring and enhanced due diligence activities are conducted appropriately.
  • Ensure SARs, CTRs and all other required regulatory findings are accurate, complete, and submitted within required deadlines.
  • Administer the SAR Committee, maintaining appropriate SAR confidentiality controls.
  • Monitor suspicious activity trends and emerging financial crime risks.
  • Serve as the point of contact for examiners, regulators, and auditors.
  • Prepare periodic Program reports for the Audit Committee and Board of Directors to ensure that the Board is kept fully up-to-date and informed of the Program.
  • Partner with Learning and Development to develop appropriate BSA/AML and OFAC training curriculums for employees.
  • Provide guidance to frontline and back-office staff regarding BSA/AML requirements and suspicious activity requirements.
Fraud Program Administration
  • Oversee, manage, and develop Fraud programs related to prevention, monitoring, detection, response, investigation, and implementation of advanced fraud monitoring tools and technologies.
  • Oversee the documentation and reporting of suspected fraud occurrences and trends, including insider investigations. Share findings from investigations with various levels of leadership.
  • Serve as a liaison with law enforcement entities.
  • Improve fraud prevention processes through automation and analytics including the fraud tool and processing of alerts and reviews (Verafin).
  • Review, recommend and successfully implement new methods, procedures and training materials to ensure daily operations are more efficient and effective in detecting and preventing fraud.
  • Monitor loss incidents for frequency, trends, evidence of weak controls, etc., and make recommendations as appropriate.
  • Monitor external fraud trends and document all aspects of exposure and mitigation within transaction and lending channels.
Ethical Leadership, Governance amp; Stakeholder Engagement
  • Maintain the highest degree of integrity and ethics and adhere to all Credit Union policies and procedures.
  • Deploy critical professional judgment in all aspects of managing and leading BSA/AML/OFAC and Fraud functions.
  • Build and successfully manage relationships with key management stakeholders throughout the Credit Union creating an environment of transparency and trust.
  • Participate in corporate initiatives and projects as necessary to ensure BSA, OFAC and Fraud related vendor relationships and system implementations are compliant.
  • People Leadership, Training amp; Team Management
  • Manage, develop, and lead all aspects of the BSA/OFAC and Fraud Teams.
  • Oversee activities to ensure BSA and Fraud teams’ adherence to policy, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Develop and execute a plan for individual and team education, growth, and development.
  • Complete annual Credit Union compliance training and other training as required for BSA and the Privacy Act.
  • Organizational Engagement
  • Represent and uphold the Achieva Brand Frame, maintaining the highest ethical standards in all interactions and responsibilities.
  • Champion initiatives that position the Credit Union as a top employer through leadership, integrity, and service excellence.
  • Perform all other essential functions as needed, assigned, or delegated.
  • Travel may be required on occasion.
  • Be available to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet member and business demands.
Requirements:
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, criminal justice or related field or equivalent combination of experience.
  • 5+ years’ experience as a BSA Officer in a regional bank or credit union with 5+ years management experience.
  • 10+ years’ BSA/AML investigative experience with personal investigative and suspicious activity reporting (SAR) and filing experience at a financial institution.
  • 10+ years’ fraud/loss prevention investigative experience with personal investigative and suspicious activity reporting (SAR) and filing experience at a financial institution.
  • Advanced experience with development, testing and implementation of BSA/AML/OFAC and Fraud systems.
Certifications
  • CAMS, NCBSO, BSACS, CFE or the ability to obtain certification upon hire.
Skills and Attributes
  • Comprehensive understanding of banking and of relevant fraud and financial crime patterns.
  • Thorough knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act, anti-money laundering laws and regulations, the USA PATRIOT Act, as well as a strong understanding of OFAC regulations.
  • Demonstrated history of strong leadership and management skills.
  • High degree of analytical, problem solving, organizational and project management skills.
  • History of favorable interactions with regulators and auditors.
  • Excellent verbal, written and communication skills including demonstrated board presentation skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and deployment of sound critical professional judgment.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-orientated environment and to multi-task, prioritize and delegate.
  • Demonstrated ability to assess and enhance BSA/AML/OFAC systems through project management and system development life cycle discipline.
  • Familiarity with Verafin preferred.
Physical Demands amp; Work Environment:
Achieva Credit Union is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
This position primarily operates in a remote office environment and may include in-field and branch visits and time in an office setting at Corporate Headquarter and/or Achieva Branch. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and virtual meeting platforms. The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and communicate effectively via phone, video, and electronic messaging. The position may require extended periods of sitting or standing and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds. Occasional travel to company offices or events may be required.
EEO Statement:
Achieva Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status. Achieva participates in E-Verify.