BSA/Compliance Specialist

ATLANTIC FEDERAL CREDIT UNION; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Federal Credit Union in Maine seeks a detail-oriented BSA/Compliance Specialist to apply regulatory requirements to daily operations, manage CTR filings, sanctions screening, and audits. You will collaborate across teams to strengthen processes, provide clear guidance, and translate complex rules into practical procedures, while maintaining confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

This role supports ongoing compliance and internal controls with a professional and structured

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of related experience in BSA, AML, compliance, audit, or similar regulatory role.
• A two-year college degree, specialized business or compliance coursework, or equivalent training.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across departments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, sound judgment and discretion.
• Proficiency with MS Office; experience with AML software such as Verafin.

Responsibilities

• Support key compliance functions, including CTR reporting, negotiable instrument recordkeeping, sanctions screening, and regulatory searches.
• Review sanctions alerts, including OFAC and 314(a), to ensure timely and accurate resolution.
• Maintain accurate documentation to support compliance activities, audits, and examinations.
• Contribute to updates of procedures, training, and internal processes.
• Stay current on regulatory updates and translate requirements into practical guidance.
• Serve as a resource to staff by answering questions and providing direction on compliance requirements.
• Support Compliance and Audit initiatives, including ongoing program support.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

MS Office

Verafin AML software

Education

Two-year degree

Tools

Verafin AML software

Job description

Description

You notice what others miss. And you know the details are what keep an organization safe.

Atlantic Federal Credit Union is seeking a BSA / Compliance Specialist who thrives in a structured, detail-driven environment. This role is ideal for someone who can confidently apply regulatory requirements to day-to-day operations, ensuring critical reporting and recordkeeping are handled accurately and consistently.

In this position, you’ll support key elements of our BSA and OFAC programs. From managing CTR filings and reviewing negotiable instrument activity to clearing sanctions alerts and responding to regulatory requests, your work will help ensure the credit union remains aligned with federal requirements. You’ll collaborate across teams to strengthen processes, provide clear guidance, and support a culture of compliance.

What You’ll Do

• Support key compliance functions, including CTR reporting, negotiable instrument recordkeeping, sanctions screening, and regulatory searches
• Review sanctions alerts, including OFAC and 314(a), to ensure timely and accurate resolution
• Maintain accurate documentation to support compliance activities, audits, and examinations
• Contribute to updates of procedures, training, and internal processes
• Stay current on regulatory updates and help translate requirements into practical guidance
• Serve as a resource to staff by answering questions and providing direction on compliance requirements.
• Support Compliance and Audit initiatives, including ongoing program support

Why Atlantic?

You’ll join a team that takes compliance seriously and collaboration just as seriously. The environment is structured, professional, and supportive, with room to grow your skills and your career. You’ll have the chance to work closely with colleagues across the credit union and contribute to meaningful decisions.

We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and a workplace that values both high performance and work-life balance.

Atlantic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of related experience in BSA, AML, compliance, audit, or a similar regulatory role.
• A two-year college degree, specialized business or compliance coursework, or equivalent professional training or experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with sound judgment and discretion.
• Comfortable navigating confidential matters with professionalism and tact.
• Proficiency with MS Office and core processing systems; experience with AML software (Verafin preferred).
• Continuous learner with the ability to adapt in a changing regulatory environment.