BSA & AML Compliance Analyst II

Investar Bank; Elmwood (LA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Investar Bank seeks a BSA Administrator II to implement and monitor the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) program in Elmwood, LA. You will review CIP and CDD, monitor for AML risk, and coordinate with branches and departments to ensure regulatory alignment.

Responsibilities include OFAC reviews, assisting audits, and conducting investigations of high-risk accounts. A Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in BSA compliance are required, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 3+ years’ BSA/AML/CIP/OFAC compliance experience.
• Extensive knowledge of BSA/AML/Patriot Act and OFAC.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and analyzes new customer account information to ensure CIP and CDD compliance.
• Reviews beneficial ownership information for legal entity customers.
• Assists in QA functions in the BSA Department.
• Collaborates with branches and other departments to ensure regulatory adherence.
• Provides guidance on CDD/EDD requirements and trains staff.
• Conducts OFAC and sanctions reviews.
• Assists with audits and regulatory examinations.
• Analyzes accounts for unusual or suspicious activity.
• Performs complex investigations of high-risk customers.
• Ensures compliance with laws, regulations, policies and guidelines.

Skills

BSA/AML knowledge

CDD/EDD knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Investar Bank seeks a BSA Administrator II to implement and monitor the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) program in Elmwood, LA. You will review CIP and CDD, monitor for AML risk, and coordinate with branches and departments to ensure regulatory alignment.

Responsibilities include OFAC reviews, assisting audits, and conducting investigations of high-risk accounts. A Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in BSA compliance are required, with strong analytical and communication skills.