Senior BSA Compliance Specialist

Essential Responsibilities: Conduct due diligence reviews and prepare reports on High risk customers to mitigate BSA/AML riskAnalyze risks associated with complex ownership structure, evaluating variables such as source of funds, anticipated activity volumes, and purpose of business relationshipsIndependently performs reviews of various reports and transaction data and analyses complex activity to determine if transactions are suspicious in naturePerform quality control reviews of various AML/BSA/Fraud functions to determine if the review and research were conducted in accordance with quality standards and time frames set forth within established procedures, policies, and regulatory requirements BSA/Fraud alertsCustomer Risk ReviewsCTR SARsTransaction testing, data validation, and ongoing customization of the AML softwarePerform root cause analysis of identified data quality issues, tracing data upstream and providing solutionsInvestigate escalated alerts of potential suspicious activity produced or referred by other areas of the bank and determine appropriate course of action. Ensure Watch List information is properly maintained and updated, review and respond to concerns about OFAC, SDN or other Watch List alerts and take mandated action as necessary Directly support the Bank’s Fraud ProgramContributes to the development and implementation of Fraud Risk processes, tools, policies, standards, and procedures in alignment with the BSA/AML Program Review and analyze new and pending laws and regulationsAssist with regulatory examinations and audits, including gathering requested information, developing, and coordinating responses to such reviews as necessary Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years BSA and Fraud experience. Experience in depository financial institution processes and procedures or similar experience is preferredSolid understanding of banking and fraud threats posed by Money Laundering activitiesProficiency with computer programs including fraud identification and AML software

Please note that this role is fully ON-SITE in Santa Rosa, CA with no remote flexibility.