Sr. BSA/AML Compliance Officer - To 100K - New York, NY - Job 3271
The Symicor Group, United States

• Leading and growing the BSA function at the bank.
• Assisting in growing and developing the Compliance Office with direct attention to the BSA, Security, and Internal Audit procedures and policies including but not limited to the audit of loan files, security, and cash.
• Completing the BSA / AML Audits and addressing any related follow-up items.
• Serving as an internal auditor. Including, but not limited to, assessing operational risk at the branch level, cash counts, second reviews for new accounts, secondary post-closing reviews, etc.
• Providing follow-up and documentation for exception reporting.
• Maintaining a current thorough understanding of money laundering and terrorist financing issues, including policies, procedures, regulations, industry best practices, criminal activities and developing trends.
• Developing and delivering staff with BSA/AML/OFAC training.
• Identifying weaknesses in practice and procedure and recommending solutions that increase the level of compliance without unnecessarily burdening the business unit.
• Providing compliance assistance and information to all departments/functional units within the Bank.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• CAMS designation is preferred.
• 5-7 years of prior experience in regulatory matters is required.
• BSA/AML certifications are preferred.
• Familiarity with the Fiserv core system and reports is desirable.
• Working knowledge of Federal and State Anti-Money Laundering compliance statutes and regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret statutes and regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Proficiency in all programs within Microsoft Office.
• Ability to relate to individuals at all levels within the organization as well as with regulatory agencies and external contacts.

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