AML/CFT Analyst Temporary

Job Description

Mission Bank has two openings for the position of AML/CFT Analyst TEMP that will Assist the AML/CFT Officer in ensuring adherence to the BSA/AML compliance program. The position is expected to be for 3 to 6 months and is full-time in Bakersfield. The AML/CFT Analyst TEMP will be responsible for conducting BSA/AML investigations, due diligence and tracking, analyzing alerts and incidents generated for unusual activity, and assist branches affected by BSA Compliance issues & Regulatory requirements.

Essential Responsibilities, include but not limited to:

Assist with the alert workload and the monitoring for suspicious patterns/activity and fraud, conduct suspicious activity report investigations, as well as high risk customer/account reviews, and recommend when to file and not file Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs). May assist in the filing of SARs when necessary.

Conduct enhanced due diligence reviews which entails research, the gathering of documents, composing a well written narrative, making appropriate recommendations, and assigning appropriate risk factors.

Perform 90-day SAR follow up reviews; recommending whether continuing activity SAR should be completed.

Assist in the preparation and submission of all Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) within the regulatory deadline of 15 days.

Ensure proper identification and adherence to the Bank's BSA Program including, but not limited to; CIP, CDD/EDD/BO, OFAC and record keeping and retention requirements.

Ensure BSA files remain current, accurate, and well-documented.

Assist with gathering information for the Money Laundering Risk (MLR) reporting process.

Participate in ongoing training to maintain current knowledge of BSA/AML and OFAC regulatory requirements.

Assist in the compliance of 314(a) and 314(b) responsibilities.

Monitor potential OFAC matches and take appropriate action to escalate them when necessary.

Other duties may be assigned by the AML/CFT Officer.

Complies with federal and state regulations and all established bank policies and procedures

Minimum Requirements:

2 years banking experience

Proficient in Microsoft Suite, including Excel

Strong ability to analyze and synthesize large amounts of data

Ability to conduct extensive research and apply data to improve BSA Program, preferred

Strong knowledge of BSA compliance, preferred

Project a businesslike professionalism

Possess strong written/verbal communication skills as well as excellent organizational/time management skills

Ability to work with minimal supervision while performing duties.

Target Compensation: $22 hourly, depending on experience.

Full-time