AML/BSA Specialist

Immediate need for a talented AML/BSA Specialist. This is a 06+ Months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Tempe AZ / Minneapolis, MN (Hybrid). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested. ​

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Job ID: 24-24426​

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Pay Range: $22.85/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

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Key Responsibilities:

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• ​Responsible for fulfilling the Anti-Money-Laundering/Bank Secrecy Act requirements through identification and investigation of suspicious activity.
• Analyze customer account transactions to detect suspicious activity and make decisions on appropriate action to take.
• Work cooperatively with business line to establish procedures for identifying suspicious customer transactions, specific to money laundering, including the proper method for reporting such activity to the anti-money-laundering group.
• Provide guidance, support, and recommendations to business lines regarding customer AML risk ratings and account activity.
• Based on the outcome of the investigation, analyze and determine whether or not a Suspicious Activity Report (SARs) must be filed with the Federal Government for any identified suspicious activity.
• Work cooperatively with internal departments, financial institutions, and local, state or federal authorities to obtain and analyze necessary info

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

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• ​Must have knowledge of :Structuring in AML and elements of anti-money laundering.
• Responsible for the reviewing of currency transactions and suspicious activity in accordance to the Bank Secrecy Act.
• Under general supervision and guidance, responsibilities are varied and moderate to complex.
• Follows defined procedures, policies and precedents
• Refers unusual situations that require exceptions to Manager or Supervisor.
• Supervisor schedules work however incumbent prioritizes assigned tasks.
• May serve as a resource for less experienced staff and assist in their training.
• Knowledge of bank’s operational policies, procedures, products and services.
• Strong ability to identify and interpret data and resolve exceptions.
• Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Good knowledge of PC based software, i.e., Word, Excel, etc. and applicable business line systems.
• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent
• Strong analytical skills and one to three or more years of related work experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree or 2-3 years of related experience
• Ideally those with degrees in Business, Finance, Economics, Banking, Journalism, Criminal Justice, JD, or Law Enforcement and some job related experience in those fields or banking
• Basic understanding of Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)/AML laws and regulations
• Proficient computer skills, especially Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word)
• the ability to work independently and confidently with WFH is also important
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written
• Displays positive attitude and high aptitude for learning and growth
• Extracurricular activities during college
• Knowledge of Anti Money Laundering, Bank Secrecy Act, US Patriot Act is a plus Research
• The ability to analyze and write based upon the analysis conducted is critical
• Time management
• Any practical experience then have in applying those skills is a plus on the resume’ as well​

Our client is a leading Banking and Finance organization, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration. ​

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