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Suncoast Credit Union

AML Analyst

Suncoast Credit Union, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646

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Overview Compensation:

$22.50 - $32.00 hourly based on experience and credentials

Location Type:

Remote (Candidate must reside in the state of FL)

Position Type:

Full Time - Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

The AML (Anti Money Laundering) Analyst investigates suspicious activity on members’ accounts in compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering, and Patriot Act. This individual plays a critical role in protecting Suncoast Credit Union from legal, regulatory, and reputation risks. An ideal candidate is a highly motivated, collaborative, independent individual with excellent analytical skills.

Responsibilities

Investigate moderate to complex cases of suspicious activity on member accounts to protect the credit union from external criminal activity with primary focus on Money Laundering, Patriot Act, and Bank Secrecy Act issues

Prepare referrals for accounts that require escalation due to AML risk

Review, analyze, and evaluate high risk member/business information, transactional information, and third-party vendor provided information to assess AML risk

Validate risk scoring criteria for member and business account profiles

Conduct reviews of data analysis from automated monitoring system, referrals, reports, and workflows to detect AML/Terrorist Financing activity

Conduct member interviews

Obtain and review evidence, exhibits, photographs, and other information through internal documentation, internet resources, law enforcement agencies, and public records

Assist in the coordination and preparation of documents for law enforcement

Complete written analysis and investigative reports to recommend disposition of cases including the collection, preparation, and preservation of evidence

Prepare Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) in compliance with established regulatory guidelines and timeframes

Respond to emails received to BSA/AML email from various entities within the credit union

Assist other credit union staff with questions and information requests related to cases of terrorist financing and money laundering

Complete operational tasks/duties including but not limited to sending letters to members, reviewing, and evaluating transactions to identify AML/Terrorist financing trends, placing restrictions on accounts as necessary, researching and analyzing accounts on behalf of internal staff, and restriction removal requests

Assist with additional operational tasks as needed by management

Maintain required performance standards for quality, communication, promptness, and identifying AML/Terrorist financing trends

Maintain a current understanding of the USA Patriot Act, Bank Secrecy Act, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), and related laws and regulations

Uphold Suncoast Credit Union’s culture, vision, and core values

Participate in team meetings and projects by providing ideas for department improvements and efficiency opportunities

Must maintain a high level of confidentiality

Maintain knowledge and understanding of current trends, laws, and issues affecting the area of expertise

Attend educational events to increase professional knowledge

Complete annual compliance and info security training to understand employees' role in maintaining effective compliance and security programs

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or a related field (A comparable combination of work experience and training may be substituted for education requirements.)

2+ years of experience with a financial institution; preferably in the areas of BSA, AML, or fraud investigation

Certified Bank Secrecy Act Professional ™ (CBSAP) is preferred or must be obtained within one year of the start date

Proficient understanding of legal and court processes

Ability to explain facts, policies, and practices

Ability to prioritize tasks, deal effectively with competing and changing priorities to meet deadlines

Accurate, detail-oriented, and organized with task management

Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to interact with members, staff, vendors, and government regulators

Ability to analyze and resolve difficult and often complex problems or situations

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to interact effectively with members, staff, vendors, and government regulators

Strong knowledge and understanding of credit union products, services, policies, and procedures

Strong knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance

Strong knowledge and understanding of credit union computer systems and software applications required to perform job duties

Skills

Analytics

Benefits

Financial Well-Being:

Bonus Program up to 12%, 401K Matching up to 8%, Retirement Planning, Pay Increases based on Competency, Employee Loan Discounts, Flex Spending Accounts

Wellness:

Medical Coverage, Dental and Vision Coverage, Access to 4,000+ Gyms, Mental Health Resources, PTO Wellness Days, Short Term and Long Term Disability Coverage

Work-Life Balance:

11 Paid Holidays, 3 weeks of Paid Time Off, 4 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, Birthday PTO

Community Involvement:

Paid Volunteer Hours

Growth:

Degree Assistance up to $5,000 per year

For more information, including additional benefits, please visit our benefits website at https://careers.suncoastcreditunion.com/benefits

Company Overview Suncoast Credit Union is consistently chosen as a Tampa Bay Times Top Workplace because its employees genuinely #LOVEWORK! Employees flourish in an inclusive culture celebrating growth and prioritizing the community. Chartered in 1934. For more information, please visit our careers site at https://careers.suncoastcreditunion.com/

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