Manager - Bank Secrecy Act / AML or Sr (Depending on Experience)
Job Description
The Manager-Bank Secrecy Act/AML position is responsible for administering compliance with all aspects of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering /Countering the Financing of Terrorism Program (AML/CFT), Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) and USA Patriot Act. Responsibilities will include oversight of the board-approved BSA/AML/CFT program, policies and creating, revising, and monitoring ongoing internal controls to identify, mitigate, and report suspicious activity. Oversee the preparation and submission of all Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) submitted to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), working as or in conjunction with the BSA Compliance Officer, as required by Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) / Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations. This position provides key information for use by senior management that is used for a consultation with directors, vice presidents, Senior Management, the BSA Officer, and the Board of Directors. This position must also interact actively and effectively with local and Federal law enforcement agencies and personnel.
The primary function of the Manager - Bank Secrecy Act/AML Senior is to oversee, coordinate, and implement the organization's compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act/AML/OFAC. As related to BSA/AML/OFAC, the role will oversee, develop, review, and/or revise policies, forms, agreements,
processes, and disclosures to ensure compliance. This position will ensure the credit union, affiliates, volunteers, and employees understand and abide by internal and regulatory procedures related to BSA/AML/OFAC. The role will serve as a primary consultant for organization-wide compliance with BSA/AML/OFAC.
The Manager - Bank Secrecy Act/AML Senior is the credit union's Bank Secrecy Officer and provides USA PATRIOT Act compliance oversight. The appropriate compliance interaction with operational areas is critical to effective operations and reducing potential liability.
This position provides leadership and direction to the long-term financial success of Ent by identifying and resolving fraud and loss threats to the credit union, and by meeting strategic operations, reporting, and compliance objectives. This position is responsible for ensuring credit union risks are identified, assessed, managed, and mitigated to a minimum loss level.
This position is responsible for overseeing the BSA (Bank Secrecy Act) Regulatory compliance including the preparation and submission of all Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) submitted to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), as required by Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) / Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations. This position is responsible for managing loss portfolios and minimizing operational risk for the credit union through compliance with applicable regulations, development, and implementation of supporting policies and procedures, and staff development in the areas of fraud awareness and recognition.
This position is responsible for addressing general internal controls, the privacy of member information, fraud prevention, and placing priority on the internal and external service needs of the Credit Union.
This position provides key information for use by the Vice President of Legal and Regulatory Compliance, Vice President of Financial Crimes, and/or the Chief Risk Officer that is used for a consultation with directors, vice presidents, Senior Management, and the Board of Directors. This position must also interact actively and effectively with local and Federal law enforcement agencies and personnel as well as with the Board of Directors.
Essential Functions of the Manager-Bank Secrecy Act/AML:
Essential Functions of the Manager-Bank Secrecy Act/AML Senior:
Organizational Consultation: Serves as Ent's BSA Officer. Provides needed training and insight on BSA regulatory requirements to credit union senior management, compliance/legal, the Board of Directors, and audit, participates in strategic planning for all critical changes to Ent’s production environment. Advances best-in-practice BSA Regulatory concepts within the credit union industry through collaboration with other credit unions, law enforcement, and subject matter experts. Documents and analyzes instances of suspicious activity and reports finding senior management. Achieves and sets risk-management objectives through interdepartmental cooperation, support, and activity. Assesses current practices in light of emerging technology and trends ensuring all available and appropriate analytical tools and software are utilized. This position would also be responsible for developing and enforcing appropriate policies and procedures to help lead the effort to prevent fraud and loss within the organization.
Regulatory Compliance: Must keep current on all existing/emerging compliance regulations relevant to the banking industry. On-going monitoring of daily compliance relating to requirements under the Bank Secrecy Act, and related acts such as CTR and SAR management, OFAC monitoring, FinCEN review and reporting, and FACT Act requirements including red flag mitigation. Ensures appropriate awareness of, training on, and compliance with applicable laws including, but not limited to, The Bank Secrecy Act/AML, OFAC, GLBA, FACT Act, and US Patriot Act.
Departmental Management & Leadership: Directs acquisition of staff. Determines appropriate training. Establishes work priorities and standards. Provide clarification/direction on work assignments. Provide direct reports coaching/mentoring/leadership development opportunities towards achieving development goals. Support BSA staff in their daily duties as needed. Building the team by sourcing, selecting, and retaining the correct resources. Lead and develop employees in an effort to meet their career aspirations contributing to the achievement of department objectives.
Qualifications
Minimum Formal Qualifications for the Manager-Bank Secrecy Act/AML Position:
Minimum Formal Qualifications for the Manager-Bank Secrecy Act/AML Senior Position:
Each year of relevant work experience may be exchanged for a year in a relevant degree program or vice versa. For example, a requirement of a bachelor's degree in accounting and 2+ years of account experience could be substituted for a high school diploma and 6 years of relevant accounting work experience or a master's degree in accounting and 0 years of work experience.
Technical or Specialized Knowledge/Skills:
Certifications Required for the Manager-Bank Secrecy Act/AML Position :
Certifications Required for the Manager-Bank Secrecy Act/AML Senior Position:
Environmental, Physical and Psychological Requirements
Additional Information
The pay range for the Manager-Bank Secrecy Act/AML Position is: $107,016 to $118,289 per Year (S17)
The pay range for the Manager-Bank Secrecy Act/AML Senior Position is: $130,228 to $143,956 per Year (S18)
Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, certifications, and internal pay equity.
This position is eligible for our corporate bonus program based on company performance.
At Ent Credit Union, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
For more information about our outstanding benefits please visit our careers page at www.ent.com/careers.
We anticipate this position to close on 04/02/2025. Please submit your application at your earliest convenience to be considered.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)