Title: BSA Compliance Analyst I

Location: Livermore, CA

Hiring salary range: $27.47 - $34.79 per hour

Fremont Bank founded in 1964, is one of the oldest independently owned banks in the Bay Area and is one of the top rated mid-tier banks in the nation. Voted a Top Workplace for 2022 and for the past twelve consecutive years, Fremont Bank has an immediate opening for a BSA Compliance Analyst I in Livermore, CA.

Position Overview

The BSA Compliance Analyst I position is a part of the Compliance Department and reports up through the BSA Compliance Group. Analysts are responsible for reviewing accounts and transactions in order to detect and identify reportable cash transactions to ensure operational compliance with BSA Currency Transaction Report (CTR) filing requirements, and OFAC compliance. This position will also include interaction with all areas of the Bank to insure the Bank's Compliance with all State and Federal BSA/AML regulations, including OFAC.

Role and Responsibilities

• Daily review of cash transaction activity and the timely completion and filing of Form 104 (CTR's) and Monetary Instruments
• Track branch errors and late CTRs for monthly board reports
• Identify and review bank clients to determine eligibility for exemption. May assist Branches as needed, in determining exemption status for business clients
• Assist with annual review of exempt clients. Review Form TDF 90-22.53 (designation of Exempt Persons) to ensure they are completed properly and accurately, and all completed forms are filed within the time frame mandated by Regulation
• Maintain and document, all additions or deletions to the Bank's "master list" of CTR exempted clients
• Reviews nightly OFAC data to ensure no true matches are detected, and would complete accurate documentation to OFAC within the period mandated if the situation was warranted
• Provide support and guidance to bank’s operational areas and assist with implementation of BSA related programs for the bank including in-person trainings to bank associates, as needed, to ensure proper and timely completion of the required various reporting forms
• Maintains a current understanding of Bank policies and procedures
• Adhere to bank policy, procedure and regulatory requirements and to maintain a strict level of confidentiality
• Assist with the monitoring of higher risk cash intensive accounts and escalate any unusual activity to BSA supervisor
• Work in a team oriented and collaborative environment to ensure overall unit goals and deadlines are met
• Assist with special projects and data gathering for audit and/or regulatory purposes. Assist with internal audit and federal regulatory examinations
• May include other miscellaneous duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous banking and BSA experience preferred
• Knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act regulatory requirements
• Basic knowledge of Bank services and products
• Knowledge of retail banking operational policies, procedures and systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Ability to utilize personal computers and Windows driven programs
• Excellent reading, comprehension and problem solving skills
• Technical experience with browsers, software, and hardware
• Experience with banking industry, deposit operations and Bank Secrecy Act compliance
• Compliance familiarity and understanding of CTRs, SARs, OFAC, MIRs, 314(a) and (b)
• Knowledge of bank teller system software and/or imaging systems a plus
• Ability to create executive level presentation materials with graphs/illustrations, and proofread content for accuracy
• Excellent communication skills
• High level of professionalism and collaboration
• Organize tasks and projects to meet regulatory requirements
• Patient and very attentive to detail
• Willingness to help and contribute to complete mission critical initiatives
• Ability to learn and apply Fremont Bank’s policies, practices and Six Diamond experience
• Show initiative, anticipate needs and be self-directed
• Ability to use creativity and think outside the box
• Be flexible and team player

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