Manager Financial Crimes Compliance I

MANAGER FINANCIAL CRIMES COMPLIANCE I WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? The Manager Financial Intel within Banking and Investment Services is responsible for leading a team of Analysts charged with the responsibility of performing enhanced due diligence on commerical loan borrowers and due diligence on prospect clients.

Responsible for planning, controlling and directing operational compliane functions and its staff on compliance related acitivies and services as subject matter expert and liaison on cross-functional task forces and project teams. The individual develops, maintains and continues to enchance comprehensive investigative due diligence processes. The manager is to be familiar with bank products, services, KYC requirements, high risk clients, business entities, geographic locations and the potential money laundering risks associated with those activities.

This position will oversee all aspects of a compliant Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) investigations program. What you will do Manage internal and/or external fraud investigations; reviews and approves Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) decisions and reports; ensures SARs are filed within procedural and regulatory timelines. Responsible for managing a team of fraud investigators, ensuring comprehensive investigations and quality SARs.

Liaise with other financial institutions, internal/external legal counsel and/or law enforcement, when necessary, to pursue fraud losses and/or the prosecution of offenders. Provides direction and guidance to fraud investigators on internal polices/procedures, fraud related regulations, payment channel rules, bank products and services, industry best practices and emerging trends. Responsible for identifying, recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and training staff to optimize performance.

Conduct performance reviews of assigned staff and provide constructive feedback, coaching and take disciplinary action, as necessary.

Partner with 1LOD and 2LOD business units, specifically fraud related units, as well as other leaders within Financial Crimes Compliance. Escalate significant matters to senior management, when necessary.

Provide recommendation for process enhancements and efficiencies; assist in maintaining current procedures/job aids. Network with industry peers to stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices. Completes all required training and special projects, as requested.

Manage analyst team responsible for performing timely investigations with well-reasoned and supported decision making Ensures BSA, USA PATRIOT ACT, and CNB compliance and oversight as it relates to: Conduct research over available Bank systems, the internet and databases consistent with the resolution of investigations. Obtain the appropriate documentation to assist in identifying unusual transaction patterns.

Document and report the investigation findings in the case management system and prepare reports to management as required. Review recommendations for Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs). Identifies and recommends enhancements to workflow inefficiencies. Maintains, updates, and ensures adherence to policies and procedures.

Conducts regularly scheduled analyst training. Serves as subject matter expert on BSA/AML related questions and provides guidance and leadership to the Analysts. Communicates directly with branch personnel and department managers, internal audit department as appropriate Responsible for communicating with internal and external entities to include senior managers, relationship managers and other BSA-related units.

Conduct quality assurance reviews of case files, tracking logs and various KYC/EDD processes. Must-Have

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Minimum of 10 years' experience in Banking Services, Quality Assurance, Audit or Operations Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience Minimum of 5 years of experience with strong exposure to KYC/AML/CDD/EDD or due diligence teams Skills and Knowledge Bachelor's degree in business/ related discipline or equivalent work/training required, professional qualification in KYC / AML such as CAMS is a big plus Thorough knowledge of BSA and USA PATRIOT Acts Experience working within the investment management/ financial service/ auditing/compliance/ consulting industry with a strong exposure to KYC/ AML/ CDD/ EDD Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of staff and Senior Management Outstanding analytical skills with the ability to understand business functions and processes swiftly Ability to be flexible, follow tight deadlines, organize and prioritize work and deliver results quickly Exceptional communication, conflict management and negotiation skills; Highly independent. motivated, team player, self- starter and able to work independently Compensation Starting base salary: $92,114 - $156,880 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.

*To be considered for this position you must meet at least these basic qualifications The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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