BSA/AML QA Analyst

$50,000 - $70,000/Yr

Washington Federal - Boise, ID

Full-time - Mid Level

Boise, ID

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

The BSA/AML Quality Assurance Analyst role is focused on testing the design and effectiveness of processes and controls related to the bank's BSA/AML and OFAC compliance obligations. This position collaborates with various business line personnel to ensure compliance across the enterprise while upholding the values of kindness and service at WaFd Bank.

Responsibilities

• Research, plan, and assist in compliance testing in accordance with applicable policies and procedures for the first and second lines of defense within assigned testing timeframes.
• Prepare clear and organized testing work papers to document and support work performed and conclusions reached.
• Address open issues arising from testing and ensure that associated action plans are addressed.
• Draft detailed reports encompassing the review results that clearly articulate the issues noted and remedial actions to be taken.
• Organize and prepare management information relating to testing reviews completed, issues identified, outstanding action plans, and progress against plan.
• Undertake ad-hoc projects at the request of the Quality Assurance Manager, BSA Officer or designee.
• Adhere to bank policies and procedures designed to comply with Federal regulations, including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act and OFAC regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree
• 3-5 years of financial services experience, preferably in Audit or Testing related roles
• Relevant industry qualifications in AML (ACAMS) preferred
• Strong organizational skills and willing to take ownership and responsibility of tasks
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision
• Superior writing, analytical, and communications skills
• AML, KYC, Sanctions, Compliance or Investigative background preferred.

Benefits

• Paid time off for vacation, sick days and holidays
• Health insurance
• Stock options
• Bonus programs
• Generous 7% 401(k) employer matching*
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee assistance programs
• Pre-tax health and dependent-care spending plans