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Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Audit & Compliance Specialist to join our team and drive excellence in financial integrity and regulatory adherence. The Audit & Compliance Specialist aids the Audit & Compliance Department as necessary to ensure the organization is in compliance with all Bank Secrecy Act, U.S.A. Patriot Act, and Anti-Money Laundering Act rules and regulations. This position is responsible for operational support duties of the department; assisting the VP of Audit & Compliance in developing, implementing and ensuring the overall effectiveness and adherence to the bank's compliance programs. Duties Provide support to the VP Audit & Compliance in all matters related to Bank Secrecy Act compliance. Analyze and make decisions on BSA related activities - CIP discrepancies, OFAC scans, 314(a) requests, transaction monitoring alerts, etc. Assist with the review and evaluation of CIP risk-ratings. Provide analysis and research of transaction irregularities. Perform individual analysis for cases involving unusual or suspicious transaction activity; including but not limited to, structuring, kiting, check fraud, and money laundering. Assist with enhanced due diligence and analysis of new and existing 'high-risk' customer accounts. Assist with ongoing monitoring and present recommendations for risk-rating changes based on the results of findings. Identify high-risk activity from information received from other sources (i.e. bank staff, subpoenas, etc.). Make well defined analytical decisions to determine appropriate BSA-related decisions (i.e. identification of suspicious activity requiring BSA Officer review). Maintain data spreadsheets and complete periodic reviews to support enhanced customer diligence efforts as required by BSA regulations Manage assigned BSA compliance projects successfully from development through implementation and completion. Provide input regarding BSA compliance concerns relevant to products and services offered by the bank. Ensure timely and accurate completion of all Currency Transaction Reports in accordance with BSA regulations. Assist in processing FinCEN 314(a) information requests as required. Assist with annual BSA Exemption reviews as required. May act as a point of contact for audit and compliance related questions and support. Support audit and examination activities through compilation of data, research, and preparation of reports as required. Adhere to compliance, security and internal guidelines and applicable consumer protection regulations. Participate in compliance and security training, as well as continuing education, to maintain proficiency with BSA/AML and regulatory compliance laws and regulations and security issues. Perform routine daily tasks, secretarial and administrative duties, and participate in special departmental projects as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Three years of banking experience, preferably in branch banking and/or bank operations systems. Two years of Bank Secrecy Act/Anti Money Laundering or Fraud related experience (can be branch/operations experience). Working knowledge of consumer compliance regulations. Ability to understand and follow bank policies and procedures related to the security and protection of confidential information. High degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong analytical and research skills. Strong organizational and time management skills. Sound judgment and rationale for decision making. Ability to work independently and productively. Proficiency with Windows environment. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Primary Work Schedule Position will be housed at the bank's Willsboro, New York office. Remote work will not be considered 8:00am-5:00pm M-F, 40 Hour work week, occasional extended workday and/or weekend work may be required.

Pay:

$23.00 - $26.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person