BSA Compliance Specialist

BSA Compliance Specialist I

Full-Time/Part-Time
- Full-Time

Location
- Searcy, Arkansas (Searcy Tech Center)

Summary:

First Security Bank is seeking a professional, energetic, and team-oriented individual to join our team as a BSA Compliance Specialist 1! If you are passionate about serving our Arkansas communities and want to be part of a dynamic, service-driven team, we encourage you to apply!

In this role, you will support the BSA Department in maintaining the Bank's compliance with all aspects of the BSA and the USA Patriot Act Requirements. Additionally, you will develop a strong understanding of applicable bank systems and transactions, as well as the ability to identify, investigate, and report unusual or suspicious activity.

This position requires on-site work.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Candidate must be, at minimum, 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years post-secondary education preferred.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience required.
• Proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel, typing, 10-key and utilization of the internet is required.
• Commitment to demonstrating First Security's Core 5 values with customers and coworkers.

Regularly Scheduled Hours/Week: 40 (+) hours per week | Monday
- Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm |
* Extended working hours may be required.

• Collect Remote Deposit Capture (RDC) Reports.
• Review Money Service Businesses (MSB) required license for files.
• Collect and review reports of new accounts.
• Log collection of Beneficial Ownership forms and identification documents.
• Input completed new business due diligence questionnaires in Anti Money Laundering (AML) / BSA software and demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.
• Review information contained on submitted forms and reports for accuracy and work with bank retail and lending staff to correct errors and resolve issues.
• Review activity of commercial and high-risk customers for suspicious activity.
• Possess a high degree of professionalism and proactive approach to all assignments, proven ability to work with integrity and ethically, and uphold organizational values.
• Protect all customer information and bank operations through strict confidentiality.
• Operate computer software and equipment, telephone, scanner and copier. Expected to become proficient with internal bank software and AML/BSA software.
• Maintain reliable transportation, punctual attendance, and the ability to work on-site with extended hours when necessary.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

None

Foster a culture that values high ethical conduct, critical thinking, problem-solving, engagement, teamwork, and provides exceptional service. Establish positive and productive work relationships that provide honest feedback that generates trust.

Possess sufficient mobility to work in a standard office setting. Perform repetitive hand, arm, wrist, and finger movements while handling currency, documents, and/or office equipment. Substantial time may be spent on the telephone, operating computers, reaching, sitting, and/or standing while occasionally stooping, kneeling, or crouching. The employee must have the ability to speak and hear well enough to carry on customer interactions, conversations, and presentations both in person and over telecommunications.

Have near/far visual acuity to identify customers, currency, and reading materials in printed or electronic formats. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds.

The work environment described here is representative of what an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The duties of this position require the ability to maintain attention to detail and complete work projects accurately in a short amount of time, despite interruptions. The employee must be able to interact with customers/coworkers in a calm and patient manner and maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all situations. The employee must be able to use basic mathematical skills, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing numbers.

The position also requires the ability to read and interpret documents and draft routine written communications.

EOE Statement
- First Security Bank is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetics, national origin, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other classification…