Senior Bank Compliance & Audit Lead

Southern Bank; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Bank seeks a seasoned Compliance professional to develop and monitor programs ensuring adherence to banking laws and regulations. You will educate staff on compliance responsibilities and keep senior leadership informed of risk exposures.

As a liaison to regulators, you will lead audits, coordinate compliance monitoring, and supervise analysts. A strong background in banking law and cross-functional collaboration is essential to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with minimum of 5 years bank compliance and/or audit experience.
• Strong knowledge of banking regulations and auditing practices.
• Proven ability to communicate complex regulatory requirements clearly.
• Experience coordinating with multiple departments and regulators.

Responsibilities

• Researches federal and state banking laws and regulations, reviews policies and procedures, ensures compliance.
• Consults with bank departments and managers affected by compliance issues and regulatory requirements.
• Develops an annual risk-based audit schedule focusing on high-risk areas.
• Schedules ongoing monitoring of compliance activities and reports findings to management and Compliance Committee.
• Chairs the Compliance Committee and oversees training where needed.
• Acts as liaison for the Bank and Federal and State compliance examiners.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

5 years bank compliance/audit experience

Experience in compliance/auditing preferred

Broad knowledge of banking

Job description

Southern Bank seeks a seasoned Compliance professional to develop and monitor programs ensuring adherence to banking laws and regulations. You will educate staff on compliance responsibilities and keep senior leadership informed of risk exposures.

As a liaison to regulators, you will lead audits, coordinate compliance monitoring, and supervise analysts. A strong background in banking law and cross-functional collaboration is essential to succeed in this role.