BSA/AML Analyst I — Data-Driven Compliance & Research

BankWest - South Dakota; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

BankWest is seeking a BSA Analyst I to assist in administering the Bank's BSA compliance program. The role includes monitoring software, conducting reviews, and supporting risk assessments to ensure data integrity and regulatory adherence.

Primary duties involve researching customer data to identify suspicious activity, maintaining documentation, and drafting regulatory reports. The position also supports training and cross-team collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience and/or certifications may substitute for degree.
• 2 years' related experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct customer and account research to identify suspicious or illegal activity and report findings to leadership.
• Maintain files and documentation for customer review compliance.
• Use analytical techniques and systems to assess customer account status.
• Evaluate information for accuracy and relevance in BSA/AML risk assessments.
• Process reports and perform research daily using software tools.
• Draft regulatory BSA reports for supervisor review with clear writing.
• Coordinate with team members on similar activities.
• Work with departmental counterparts on projects and product implementations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong writing

Regulatory knowledge

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Banking terminology

Regulatory requirements

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

BSA software

Core System

Job description

BankWest is seeking a BSA Analyst I to assist in administering the Bank's BSA compliance program. The role includes monitoring software, conducting reviews, and supporting risk assessments to ensure data integrity and regulatory adherence.

Primary duties involve researching customer data to identify suspicious activity, maintaining documentation, and drafting regulatory reports. The position also supports training and cross-team collaboration in a fast-paced environment.