CRCM-Certified Compliance Program Lead

Business First Bank; Bastrop (LA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Business First Bank is seeking an Assistant Compliance Officer to support the Compliance Officer in managing the bank's regulatory compliance program. The role provides oversight, guidance, and monitoring to ensure compliance with applicable banking laws and internal policies while collaborating with Legal, Risk Management, Internal Audit, and senior management.

Responsibilities include assisting in CMS development, policy maintenance, risk assessments, regulatory change monitoring, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience.
• CRCM certification required.
• Minimum 8–10 years banking experience with at least 4 years in compliance, audit or regulatory risk.
• Strong knowledge of federal banking regulations and guidance.
• Experience with regulatory examinations and audits, monitoring and testing, risk assessments, and issue management.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Compliance Officer in developing, implementing, and maintaining the CMS.
• Support development/maintenance of compliance policies, procedures, and risk assessments.
• Monitor regulatory changes and communicate impacts across units.
• Review policies, disclosures, forms, and marketing materials for regulatory compliance.
• Oversee corrective action plans and ensure timely remediation.
• Prepare compliance reports for executive management and the Board.
• Deliver compliance training and provide guidance to staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Accounting or related field

CRCM certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Business First Bank is seeking an Assistant Compliance Officer to support the Compliance Officer in managing the bank's regulatory compliance program. The role provides oversight, guidance, and monitoring to ensure compliance with applicable banking laws and internal policies while collaborating with Legal, Risk Management, Internal Audit, and senior management.

Responsibilities include assisting in CMS development, policy maintenance, risk assessments, regulatory change monitoring, and