Banesco USA · 15 hours ago
BSA Investigator Team Lead
Miami, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expBanesco USA is seeking a BSA Investigator III Team Lead for our Financial Investigations Unit. The role involves managing investigations related to BSA/AML compliance, communicating with various internal and external entities, and ensuring the quality control of case investigations.
BankingFinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Responsible for communicating with internal and external entities, members of the sales team and other Banesco USA BSA/AML monitoring units
Collect and examine financial statements and documents to assist in identifying unusual transaction patterns
Conduct research over available Bank systems, the Internet and Databases consistent with the resolution of investigations
Write and file Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and recommend relationship retention or termination and track account closures as required
Interact with Senior Management on the Compliance, Legal and business sectors concerning BSA/AML issues
Document and report the investigation findings and prepare case files for review (e.g., media search results, copies of statements/checks, results from internal system searches, etc.)
Document all research and analysis conducted in ECS Case Management
Follow-up with additional Point(s) of Contact (POC) as needed to identify additional information in support of the case
Liaise with other Banesco USA units, such as Business and Compliance teams, Legal, and Law Enforcement
Triage cases and identify items appropriate for escalation to Senior Management
Perform the Quality Control of cases worked by other Investigators
Perform the final edit/QC of SAR drafts and file accordingly
Provide directions to junior staff, such as training and mentoring regarding BSA Investigations and/or the EDD high risk account review process
Other special projects assigned by the FIU Manager/Deputy BSA Officer
Attend inside/outside BSA/AML/OFAC seminars/trainings assigned by the Department Managers
Must comply with Banesco USA's BSA/AML Program
Responsible for completing annual training program assigned
Performs other functions and/or duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
7 years of experience in the Banking industry in the BSA/Compliance area, working as an investigator or monitoring analyst with SAR filing ability, and experience managing teams or in a team-lead capacity
Educational experience, through in-house training sessions, formal school or financial industry related curriculum, should be applicable to the financial industry. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent education
Knowledge of related state and federal banking BSA/ AML regulations
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, and technical procedures
Advance computer skills including but not limited to proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)
Must be bilingual in both English and Spanish. Ability to fluently speak, understand, read and write both languages
Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate at all levels of the organization
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to multi-task, with strong organization, time-management and prioritizing skills
Knowledge of BSA/AML standards and practices
Intermediate knowledge of related State and Federal banking compliance regulations and operational policies
Ability to work in a team environment ensures deadlines are met
Ability to understand and comprehend instructions, procedures and policies ensuring compliance with the Bank's policies and procedures
Intermediate knowledge of bank's operational activities, terminology and products and services
Preferred
ACAMS or BSA/AML certification preferred
Benefits
Competitive base salary.
Paid time off.
Hybrid schedule.
401k with employer match.
Tuition reimbursement.
Paid parental leave.
Medical, Dental, Vision.
Life Insurance.
Supplemental Insurances.
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits.
Free parking.
On-site Cafeteria.
Company
Banesco USA
With a proud legacy since 2006, Banesco USA is at the forefront of revolutionizing the banking landscape.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$11.91M2019-01-28Series Unknown· $11.91M
Leadership Team
Calixto (Cali) Garcia-Velez
President & Chief Executive Officer
Michel Vogel
Senior Vice President - Chief Credit Officer
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