BSA/AML Officer

Overview Join our dynamic team as a BSA/AML Officer and play a vital role in safeguarding our financial institution against money laundering, fraud, and other financial crimes. In this energetic and impactful position, you will lead efforts to ensure compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations, and related laws. Your expertise will help maintain the integrity of our banking operations while supporting our commitment to regulatory excellence and risk management. This role offers an exciting opportunity to apply your financial acumen, technical accounting skills, and regulatory knowledge in a fast-paced environment dedicated to compliance and security. Duties Develop, implement, and oversee BSA/AML policies and procedures aligned with federal regulations and industry best practices. Conduct comprehensive transaction monitoring to identify suspicious activity related to fraud prevention and detection, ensuring timely escalation and reporting. Perform regular reviews of compliance processes, including reviews of customer due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) procedures. Prepare accurate and detailed reports for regulatory agencies in accordance with the Bank Secrecy Act. Conduct or oversee the Bank's BSA/AML risk assessment and update it periodically. Monitor regulatory developments and implement necessary program enhancements. Ensure proper OFAC screening of customers and transactions. Investigate and resolve OFAC alerts. Ensure blocked or rejected transactions are handled and reported appropriately Experience Proven experience working within banking or financial services environments with a focus on AML/BSA compliance management. Strong understanding of regulatory reporting requirements related to the Bank Secrecy Act and fraud detection techniques. Prior use of Verafin system for BSA and Fraud compliance preferred. Familiarity with financial concepts such as financial acumen necessary for assessing risk factors associated with money laundering or fraudulent activities. CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or equivalent certification preferred. Join us as a BSA/AML Officer—where your dedication to compliance excellence fuels our mission to protect our customers and uphold the highest standards of financial integrity!

Pay:

$130,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Baton Rouge, LA 70810