Compliance Analyst

Description

Title: Compliance Analyst

Job Summary:

The Compliance Analyst works under the direction of the BSA Officer or the Compliance Officer and performs duties related to monitoring transactions for compliance with policy and regulation. The Compliance Analyst is responsible for supporting risk identification and mitigation strategies through monitoring system reports and trends, performing testing of internal controls, and coordinating with coworkers to maintain an appropriate level of risk.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• •For assigned lines of business and/or regulations, review and analyze account activity to verify data integrity, correct errors, or identify illicit financial activity.
• •Perform various BSA/AML reviews required to identify and mitigate risks associated with money laundering and terrorist financing.
• •Prepare various BSA/AML reports including CTRs and SARs.
• •Identify eligibility and maintain documentation for CTR exemptions.
• •Download OFAC and 314A lists and perform review of potential matches.
• •Maintain documentation required by the vendor management policy.
• •Keep abreast of new laws and regulations.
• •Assist with regulatory compliance exams.
• •Identify HMDA-reportable loans from loan origination systems, gather required loan and applicant information, and verify accuracy against source documents.
• •Review credit applications, originated loans, and related files to ensure completeness and compliance with HMDA rules.
• •Enter validated loan data into HMDA reporting software or the LAR system.
• •Perform monthly downloads and daily maintenance of HMDA and CRA data into reporting tools.
• •Ensure accuracy before annual LAR submission deadlines.
• •Participate in HMDA data scrubs, audits (internal/external), and quality control reviews.
• •Identify, document and track community development loans under CRA regulations.
• •Review and analyze lending data to ensure compliance with CRA regulations.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• •Ability to exhibit our core values; Integrity, Enthusiasm, Accountability, Excellence, Customer First, Professionalism, and Respect.
• •Identify and report risks that could impede the reputation, safety, security, or financial success of the bank.
• •Ability to comprehend and interpret federal and state laws that apply to the designated lines of business.
• •Proven ability to work in a team environment.
• •Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• •Sound decision-making skills; able to make decisions independently and quickly.
• •Flexibility to adapt to regulatory or policy changes.
• •Strong problem solving/analytical skills.
• •Proficient with Microsoft Office or related software.

Education and Experience:

• •High school diploma. Some college preferred.
• •Two plus years banking experience preferred.