Bank Secrecy Act Analyst II

HawaiiUSA FCU; Hawaii; On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance premium coverage

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) employer contribution

Tuition assistance

Job summary

HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union is seeking a Bank Secrecy Act Analyst II to monitor and process BSA/AML activities from Honolulu, HI. You will perform CTR/SAR filings, MIL maintenance, and risk-based reviews while supporting MIP and compliance programs across the credit union.

The role requires 2–3 years in BSA/compliance, knowledge of financial regulations, and relevant certifications (CAMS/CBSAP) or willingness to obtain within six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two to three years performing the Bank Secrecy Act, Compliance, or Risk related functions.
• Working knowledge of financial institution laws, regulations, and industry practices.
• One or more compliance certifications (e.g., CAMS, CBSAP) – or willing to obtain within the first six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, coordinate, and complete BSA/AML functions (e.g., CTRs/SARs).
• Identify and review members with risk of higher scores; prepare risk-based analyses.
• Assist with BSA objective implementations and MIP programs.
• Perform OFAC screening and 314(a)/(b) tasks within regulatory timeframes.
• Support reviews of subpoenas and unusual activity; provide training support.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Independent work

Tech adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CAMS

CBSAP

Job description

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Bank Secrecy Act Analyst II

Full Time Professional College Walk, Honolulu, HI, US

Salary Range: $27.04 To $33.05 Hourly

Monitors, coordinates, and completes Bank Secrecy Act USA PATRIOT Act and related anti-money laundering compliance functions at HawaiiUSA FCU (including FinCEN 314 (a) & (b), OFAC Sanctions/ Watchlist, Member Identification Program (MIP), Currency Transaction Report (CTR), Monetary Instrument Log, (MIL),Member Due Diligence (MDD), and Member Enhanced Due Diligence (MEDD). Staying informed of current regulatory and legislative trends and issues as they apply to job responsibilities and applying such knowledge into completing daily and periodic tasks of the department in a timely and accurate manner with minimal or no supervision. In addition, provide BSA and related technical knowledge assistance to the various business units to implement effective processes, and provide additional research and training support to the BSA/ AML Supervisor or designate upon request.

Key Responsibilities

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform daily, periodic, and annual functions such as, but not limited to, reviewing alerts, producing cases, electronically filing CTRs and SARs, maintaining MILs, and Beneficial Ownership requirements.
• Identify, review, and monitor medium risk score to high-risk score members to minimize risk for the credit union by producing risk-based written analysis of members who require periodic reviews and update (MDD, EDD, CDD).
• Assist with the implementation of BSA objectives and policies and procedures to meet organizational goals and objectives focused on Anti-Money Laundering (AML)/ Member Identification Program (MIP), in support of HawaiiUSA FCU and its membership.
• Perform OFAC Sanctions/Watchlist screening disposition of potential matches in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Process incoming and outgoing FinCEN 314 (a) searches and respond to 314 (b) information sharing requests within required regulatory timeframes.
• Assist with the review and processing of law enforcement subpoenas and grand jury requests and support the review of internally referred unusual activity.
• Aid management to enhance systems and processes in place to ensure goals are accomplished within guidelines as stated within NCUA, as it relates to the credit union being in compliance with BSA/ AML, US Patriot Act, OFAC Sanctions/ Watchlist, MIP programs, and the 5Pillars of BSA AML.
• Collaborate across internal and enterprise teams to identify opportunities and solutions regarding AML/ MIP Compliance.
• Assist with preparing high-level BSA AML documents and reports, when needed.
• Provide change management opportunities as needed for procedures and escalations.
• Ensure that manual updates and revisions are maintained as stated within the National Credit Union Administration’s Rules and Regulations.
• Keep updated on BSA regulatory and compliance issues through continuous reviewing of related issues and training.
• Assist BSA Analyst I and II through training, best practice sharing, and occasional feedback as necessary or designated.

Other Duties

• Provide assistance to the BSA/ AML Supervisor or designate with duties and responsibilities as they relate to the credit union being in compliance with BSA/ AML, USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC Sanctions/ Watchlist, and MIP programs. Assist with various projects and assignments as directed by the BSA/ AML Supervisor and or designate.
• Assist branches and departments with BSA and related problem resolution. Provide on-site support for operational processes as designated by the BSA/ AML Supervisor or designate.
• Assist with implementation of the credit union’s BSA/ AML & OFAC training program.
• As necessary, for learning and development, back-up for auditing complex cases as assigned.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to produce clear, risk-based written analysis.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Skilled at adapting to diverse technology environments and workflows.

Qualifications and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two to three years performing the Bank Secrecy Act, Compliance, or Risk related functions.
• Working knowledge of financial institution laws, regulations, and industry practices.
• One or more compliance certifications (e.g., Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Certified Bank Secrecy Act Professional (CBSAP), etc.) – or willing to obtain within the first six months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Verafin.

Minimum Physical Requirements

• Sitting for prolonged periods at a desk working on a computer.
• Working on the computer, investigating, writing regulatory reporting, and studying.
• Regular in-person meetings, online meetings, phone calls, and presenting on BSA regulatory materials
• Moving around the office on occasion.
• Lifting, pulling, pushing, up to 30 pounds on occasion.
• We'll make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

Benefits & Pay

The expected pay range for the Bank Secrecy Act Analyst II is $27.04 - $33.05/ hour.

This range reflects the compensation we reasonably expect to offer for this role based on typical qualifications and market data. Offered pay may vary depending on the candidate’s experience, skills, and other relevant factors.

We cover 100% of employees’ single medical, drug, vision, and dental monthly health insurance premiums. Employees also love receiving paid volunteer time and our pay it forward program. Tuition assistance for higher education is another special way we invest in our workforce. Benefits include, Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays, 401(k) and 3% Employer Contribution, Health insurance, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, Prescription drug insurance, Life insurance, Flexible spending account, Disability insurance, Opportunities for advancement, Employee assistance program, Referral program, Retirement plan, Employee discount, Paid training, Professional development assistance, AD&D insurance, Credit union membership, Paid orientation, and more.

About Company

HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union is a local, not-for-profit, federally insured financial cooperative, owned and operated by our members since 1936. We are dedicated to helping members achieve their financial goals and our employees reach their career aspirations. We are committed to our community by extending ourselves through our time, efforts and resources. Our motto, Life Matters, means celebrating life’s experiences and creating fulfilling work opportunities, not just jobs.