BSA/AML Investigator I

Fmbonline; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

F&M Bank in Lodi, CA is seeking a BSA/AML Analyst to support investigations, reviews, and regulatory reporting. The role emphasizes high risk customer assessments, MSB reviews, CTR exemptions, and maintaining strict confidentiality in a fast-paced banking environment.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in banking/BSA/AML, strong organizational skills, and an ability to work independently while communicating clearly with management and regulators.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in banking, financial management and BSA/AML.
• Knowledge of federal and state BSA/AML laws, USA Patriot Act and OFAC.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; CAMS certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with high risk customer reviews including cash secured loan reviews for all cash secured loans.
• Conduct MSB reviews semiannually for all MSB customers and CTR exemption research.
• Investigate and report suspicious activity; coordinate with BSA/Fraud Manager and regulators as needed.
• Improve processes and use automated systems to increase department efficiency.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and professional conduct in all interactions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Detail oriented

Written and verbal communication

Independent judgment

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

CAMS certification (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Access

Word

Email

Job description

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Staff Lodi, CA, US

Salary Range: $26.22 To $30.15 Annually

Employment Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Location:Lodi Salary:$26.00 - $30.15 (commensurate with experience & qualifications)

Supervises Others: No

F&M Bank believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. The contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.

• The individual in this position is responsible for ensuring strict adherence to F&M Bank policies and procedures while adhering to federal/state regulatory requirements, with a focus on comprehensive anti-money laundering and BSA investigations.
• This individual demonstrates strong organizational skills and the ability to investigate possible suspicious activity while following the Bank’s anti-money laundering procedures.
• They will report the findings of such investigations to the BSA/AML Manager and work collectively with Manager to report activities to applicable regulatory authorities and to resolve business issues related to BSA quickly and in a professional manner.

Who are we looking for?

• Under supervision assist with high risk customer reviews including:
  • Cash Secured Loan reviews on a periodic basis to for all cash secured loans meeting the Bank’s requirement for review.
  • Money Service Business reviews done semiannually on all existing MSB customers.
  • CTR Exemption research, documentation provided to the BSA/Fraud Manager and Executive Management on proposed

exemptions and annual reviews once a customer is exempted.

• Political Campaign and Political Action Committee account reviews.
• Research and write reports as required.
• Investigations include (but are not limited to):
  • Identifying, researching and reporting suspicious activity
  • Managing the investigative process from initial detection to disposition
  • Thoroughly and timely reviewing reports and bank records that potentially identify suspicious activity
  • Providing case findings to the BSA/Fraud Department Manager for concurrence and/or feedback
• Evaluate, recommend and implement changes to work processes to increase department efficiency.
  • Use automated systems when appropriate.
  • Maintains current desk procedures and coordinates information/changes with the appropriate Bank personnel and customers.
• The ability effectively prioritize works assignments with changing priorities.
  • Highly detail-oriented
  • Should be a self-starter and a results oriented team player.
  • Above average written and verbal communication skills with emphasis on correct English grammar.
  • Demonstrate ability to exercise independent judgment, initiative, and tact in dealing with management, supervisors, staff,

and the general public.

• Present a professional, business-like manner, appearance.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality.

Also required:

• Successful completion of a credit check review is a condition of employment.
• Minimum of 3 years experience specializing in banking, financial management and BSA/AML. This position requires the incumbent to have proven knowledge of all applicable federal and state laws/regulations pertaining to BSA/AML, USA Patriot Act and OFAC.
• Certified Anti-money Laundering Specialist Certification (CAMS) preferred but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field is preferred but not required.
• Must have excellent organizational skills. Special skills to include, but not limited to Internet Banking, Personal Computer use, Word Processing, E-mail, EXCEL, Access and Data Entry.

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