How you will make an impact

• Act as the Company’s BSA Officer responsible for setting up the BSA/AML monitoring program and processes including reviewing, modifying, and maintaining system parameters and documenting changes
• Oversee compliance review processes for onboarding new clients and new accounts, account maintenance and other assurance functions
• Develop and maintain nascent KYB/KYC process, Beneficial Owner checks, UAR partner bank filings, and escalations, coordinating with Bank operations staff
• Provides input for CDD questionnaires, certification requests, sales support for pre-onboarding screening, and assist with escalation of items when staff is unable to obtain necessary information or documentation
• Maintain ongoing relationships with AML, Transaction Monitoring, OFAC and screening vendors
• Maintain import templates for additional data streams into the monitoring system such as card transactions, watchlist screening needs, as well as custom lists
• Review and/or submit necessary BSA regulatory reporting such as Suspicious Activity Reports
• Develop and conduct training for all newly hired employees regarding BSA/AML/OFAC
• Plan for quarterly BSA meetings, coordinating meeting, delegating preparation tasks, reviewing completed lookbacks, and compiling meeting minutes
• Periodically reviews procedures for the various functions of the BSA function, ensuing accuracy and completeness
• Pursue or maintains relevant professional certifications to enhance BSA/AML knowledge regarding financial crimes
• Provides occasional support for Risk Officer, regarding suspicious or fraudulent situations involving customers that require timely follow up such as fraud checks
• Manage BSA staff including monitoring workloads, delegating tasks, overseeing processes, and assisting with investigation and decision making when needed
• Maintains current knowledge of and adheres to the BSA policy
• Assumes additional duties/responsibilities as required

What we’re looking for

• 5 + years’ experience in banking, trust, payments or fintech
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related fields
• Required certification: CAMS
• Preferred certifications: CRCM, or CFE
• Proven track record of managing and developing BSA/AML programs
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as regulations, rules, policies, and procedures
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Knowledge of Nebraska Banking Act, NDBF rules and regulations
• Trust experience preferred but not required
• Experience or keen interest in working in startup environment