Corporate AML/CFT Investigations Analyst

Mountain West Bank

Spokane, WA

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Accounting, Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Attorney, Bank Secrecy Act, Banking Operations, Banking Services, Business Intelligence, Commercial Banking, Community Banking, Compensation Analysis, Corporate Policies, Criminology, Customer Support/Service, Customer/Consumer Behavior, Data Analysis, Diversity, Establish Priorities, Financial Fraud, Financial Regulations, Financial Transactions, Identify Issues, Internal Audit, Law Enforcement, Legal, Life Insurance, Loans, Maintain Compliance, Money Laundering, Multitasking, Online Courses, Online Training, Organizational Skills, Pivot Chart, Pivot Tables, Process Improvement, Quality Assurance, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Skills, Risk, Safety Compliance, Standards Development, Team Player, Time Management, Transaction Processing/Management, USA PATRIOT Act, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Spokane, WA
POSTED
14 days ago

Glacier Bancorp, Inc. (GBCI) is a regional bank holding company providing commercial banking services in 80 communities through 129 banking offices in Montana, Idaho, Colorado, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. GBCI offers an extensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance; retirement plan including employer match and profit sharing; paid vacation, holiday and sick leave. Salary is negotiable depending upon relevant experience.

About The Role


Summary


The AML/CFT Investigation Analyst is a vital resource for the organization's compliance with safety and soundness regulations. Will perform all functions necessary to maintain compliance with the GBCI BSA/AML/OFAC Program, Policies, and Procedures for the Bank to comply with legal and regulatory requirements and maintain satisfactory ratings on all BSA Audits and Exams. These functions primarily involve the detection and timely reporting of suspicious activity.


This is a Corporate position which may be located at an available bank division location across our nine-state footprint in AZ, CO, ID, MT, NV, TX, UT, WA, or WY. The entry rate for this position is $59,461.97 + / per year (calculated for Kalispell, MT).

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All compensation offers are analyzed individually and take into consideration multiple factors including but not limited to geographic location, years of experience, and educational background.



WA Applicants ONLY range: $64,767.56 to $97,151.34 a year.




Description


  • Investigate accounts for potentially suspicious activity and, when detected, draft Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs). Report SARs to FINCEN in a timely manner. Support investigative conclusions by drafting concise, accurate, and logical investigative summations that are subject to quality assurance evaluation and potential examiner scrutiny.
  • Maintain proficiency with the Bank's AML systems, core banking systems, and transactions processing systems to ensure thorough, efficient, and accurate investigations.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of banking operations as they relate to BSA/AML/OFAC compliance including teller functions, new account originations, wire transfers, electronic banking and letters of credit. Maintain an advanced working knowledge of money laundering red flags and typologies.
  • Ensure that training is kept current on BSA/AML/OFAC regulations. Participate in required internal and external industry training.
  • May assist BSA management in developing and maintaining standard processes and procedures. May participate on the CBSAT SAR Review Committee.
  • May perform administrative or liaison functions including, but not limited to, communicating with management or division employees on process improvements, higher-risk customer behaviors, and potential client disengagement.
  • Provide support to management and internal auditors during the audit process. Ensure exam requests are handled in a timely, confidential manner.
  • May be required to identify issues or collaborate with other BSA operational teams involving CIP, CDD, EDD, and Quality Assurance.
  • Must comply with all company policies and procedures and all applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control. Must complete the assigned online training courses and achieve a passing score by due date.


About You




Qualifications
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Education


Required/Preferred

Education Level

Description

Required

Associate Degree

Two-year college degree in Business, Intelligence Studies, Accounting, Finance, Law, Criminology, or related field.

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Intelligence Studies, Accounting, Finance, Law, Criminology, or related field.




Experience


Required/Preferred

Experience Level

Description

Required

3 years

Demonstrated banking experience in branch/back office operations, compliance, audit, lending or a related function.

Required

1 year

Investigations experience preferably in law enforcement, security, fraud, or anti-money-laundering.

Required

Advanced / Specialized Knowledge

Advanced knowledge of general Bank products and services, particularly those offered in a community banking environment, including understanding of bank operations and the flow of funds through a financial institution.

Required

Knowledge Of

Knowledge of BSA/AML regulations and compliance as it applies to BSA reporting requirements, suspicious activity for money laundering, terrorist financing and fraud. Knowledge of AML and terrorist financing red flags and typologies as well as businesses who pose higher AML/CFT risk.

Preferred

Advanced / Specialized Knowledge

Experience using Excel for data review and analysis, including use of Pivot Tables, charts, and Macros.





Would an equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience be considered?: Yes




License/Certification


Required/Preferred

License/Certification

Description




Required Skills and Abilities

  • Employee must be trustworthy and possess a significant level of credibility, discretion, and diplomacy.
  • Employee must be capable of interacting calmly and professionally with a variety of people from diverse backgrounds at various levels within and outside of the organization.
  • Employee must be a team player with a passion for customer service and a proven ability to build rapport and work effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
  • Employee must be well organized with ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced work environment and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Employee must have excellent search and navigation skills.
  • Ability to take initiative, and make decisions based on regulations, company policies, knowledge, and experience with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to learn other computer programs and systems in a timely fashion.
  • Ability to serve as a backup for other staff members in a mutually supportive teamwork environment.
  • Employee must be capable of regular, reliable, and timely attendance.
  • Employee must be trustworthy and possess a significant level of credibility, discretion, and diplomacy.
  • Employee must be capable of interacting calmly and professionally with a variety of people from diverse backgrounds at various levels within and outside of the organization.
  • Employee must be a team player with a passion for customer service and a proven ability to build rapport and work effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
  • Employee must be well organized with ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced work environment and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Employee must have excellent search and navigation skills.
  • Ability to take initiative, and make decisions based on regulations, company policies, knowledge, and experience with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to learn other computer programs and systems in a timely fashion.
  • Ability to serve as a backup for other staff members in a mutually supportive teamwork environment.
  • Employee must be capable of regular, reliable, and timely attendance.





Additional Requirements


Travel



Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

About the Company

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Mountain West Bank