AML Quality Senior Analyst

About the position

The AML Quality Senior Analyst reports to the SVP AML Quality Officer and is responsible for performing quality reviews for all workstreams within BSA Administration, including KYC, AML Operations, AML Investigations, and FIU, as well as Control Testing for AML processes performed outside of BSA Administration. Ensures quality reviews are performed timely and that results are shared with the relevant work stream manager and AML Training.

Responsibilities

• Performs timely quality reviews for KYC, AML Operations, AML Investigations, and FIU.
• Performs timely control reviews for AML processes performed outside of BSA Administration.
• Provides written and verbal feedback to BSA Administration Managers and Managers of external AML processes.
• Evaluates quality results for identification of issues, patterns, trends, and opportunities for enhancement of BSA/AML programs and processes for BSA Administration and other Bank stakeholders.
• Understands and incorporates bank procedures and industry best practices into quality reviews and control reviews.
• Maintains proficiency on use of the Bank's automated software systems.
• Assists BSA Administration in identifying any concerns or issues that may arise regarding BSA/AML issues.
• Assists in preparing related documentation for upcoming examinations and audits, as requested.
• Performs or assigns other tasks as directed by the SVP AML Quality Officer.
• Assists other teams within BSA Administration, as necessary.
• Regularly exercises discretion and judgment in the performance of essential job functions.
• Maintains good punctuality and attendance to work.
• Follows Bank policy, procedures, and guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree or commensurate work experience required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of work experience in AML (or comparable field), preferably in the financial industry, required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the FFIEC BSA/AML and OFAC regulations.
• Knowledge of BSA/AML laws (including Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act, US Treasury AML guidelines, and OFAC requirements).
• Knowledge of BSA/AML processes, investigative techniques, and advanced research techniques using the Internet, public websites, and third-party repositories.
• Knowledge of testing, quality assurance/control, secondary review, and feedback processes or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of AML software and case management systems.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize work projects, and meet exacting deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, including ability to present case facts to management.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, capable of working independently, without supervision.
• Ability to demonstrate effective organizational, time management, and project management skills.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Skill in using computer and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Nice-to-haves

• Professional Certification (CAMS, CFE, CBAP, CRCM) or other related certifications, or willingness to obtain, preferred.