Compliance Specialist

First-Florida-Credit-Union; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

First Florida Credit Union in Jacksonville seeks an Audit professional to perform quality control on new and dormant accounts, assist with compliance topics, and monitor daily reports to ensure policy adherence. The role includes IRA processing oversight, review of complex transactions, and safeguarding member assets through rigorous internal controls.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in audits, holds a two-year degree or equivalent, and demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication,

Qualifications

• Three to five years of audit or related experience.
• Education: a two-year college degree or equivalent certification.
• Strong written and oral communication; detail oriented and able to work independently.
• Proficiency with report writing and various software systems.
• Ability to handle confidential information with diplomacy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality control on all new accounts, dormant accounts and address changes on a monthly basis.
• Provide reports to branch staff and management.
• Assist staff with compliance-related topics as needed.
• Review daily IRA transactions for accuracy and maintain IRA files.
• Review IRA guidelines and stay updated on IRA regulations.
• Review deceased account funds disbursements and guardianship requests.

Skills

Audit experience

Compliance knowledge

Report writing

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Independent work

Education

Two-year college degree

Tools

Reporting software

Job description

Do you want to be part of a dynamic institution that is one of the fastest growing credit unions in the country? Become a part of the First Florida Credit Union team where our employees create a culture that enables our organization to be among one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in Florida as designated by Florida Trend magazine for over a decade. Our employees are the critical element in fulfilling the First Florida Credit Union mission of being a thriving credit union creating value for members by deepening relationships with current members and engaging with potential members.Also, First Florida Credit Union recognizes the importance of benefits that provide financial security for our employees and their families and is committed to providing a competitive benefits package to eligible employees.Role:Responsible for assigned audit functions within the Risk Management Department as well as reporting findingsto supervisor.Essential Functions & Responsibilities:Conduct quality control on all new accounts, dormant accounts and address changes on amonthly basis; provide reports to branch staff and management.Assist staff with Compliance related topics as needed.Review various daily reports to ensure credit union policy and procedure are followed.Process and maintain IRA files. Review daily IRA transactions for accuracy. Perform IRA taskand responsibilities with minimal errors according to federal laws and regulations. Review IRAguidelines and stay updated on new IRA regulations.Responsible for reviewing deceased account funds disbursements, guardianship requests,possible fraudulent transactions, and other unusual requests. Make decisions up to establishedapproval limits regarding release of funds.Responsible for SSI/Treasury Verification of Account Requests.Assist with staff training as requested by supervisor.Responsible for compliance with all credit union policies including the Bank Secrecy Act andCustomer Identification Program.Perform other job related duties as assigned.Performance Measurements:1. Adhere to the Credit Union Service Standards in all interactions both internal and external as well asemploying CML (Creating Member Loyalty) skills.2. Ensure departments and staff are made aware of all new changes affecting their compliance within therequired time frame as established by management.3. Prepare the periodic reports timely, accurately and professionally.4. Keep management informed of key operation issues affecting the department.5. Keep informed of current fraud trends and methods to prevent loss.6. Provide information to supervisor concerning the results of audit findings.7. Attend assigned meetings and seminars relating to compliance/security regularly to keep abreast of trendsand changes and report findings to supervisor.Knowledge and Skills:Experience Three years to five years of similar or related experience.Education (1) A two-year college degree, or (2) completion of a specialized certification or licensing,or (3) completion of specialized training courses conducted by vendors, or (4) job-specificskills acquired through an apprenticeship program.Interpersonal Skills Work involves much personal contact with others inside and/or outside the organization forthe purpose of first-level conflict resolution, building relationships, and solicitingcooperation. Discussions involve a higher degree of confidentiality and discretion,requiring diplomacy and tact in communication.Other Skills Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills; be detail oriented and able towork independently.Excellent organizational and editing skills, able to create reports using various softwaresystems as provided by the Credit Union.PhysicalRequirements This is sedentary work which requires the following physical activities: bending, stooping,kneeling, crouching, sitting, walking, finger dexterity, feeling, repetitive motions, talking,hearing and visual acuity. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision,distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjustfocus. As required or requested, may exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or anegligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.Work Environment Generally inside work with occasional exposure to weather conditions.This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position.