BSA/AML Quality Assurance Analyst

Banner Bank
Lake Oswego, OR
Hybrid

Who this role is best for

Geared toward candidates with banking compliance experience comfortable with BSA/AML processes and cross-departmental collaboration, based in Lake Oswego, Oregon.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with at least 2 years of BSA/AML or audit experience in banking
    — “4 or more years of banking experience, including at least 2 years focused on BSA/AML processes or internal audit activities”
  • Individuals who enjoy analyzing trends and improving compliance procedures
    — “Develop ad hoc reports and analyses related to quality assurance findings and identified trends”
  • Professionals who can translate complex compliance data into clear recommendations
    — “You communicate findings clearly and can translate complex information into actionable recommendations”

Things to consider

  • This role demands a high level of detail orientation and accuracy in compliance reviews
    — “You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to accuracy when reviewing and evaluating quality assurance results”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with BSA/AML software platforms and compliance frameworks
    — “Must have experience with BSA/AML software platforms and understand the processes and workflows that support Financial Crimes operations”
  • Showcase your ability to build strong relationships across departments
    — “Build strong working relationships with colleagues across departments and levels of the organization”
  • Demonstrate your understanding of federal and state banking regulations
    — “Understand federal and state laws and regulations related to deposit accounts and banking operations”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • enhance BSA/AML policies
  • improve Financial Crimes compliance
Typical background
bankingcompliancerisk management

Skills & requirements

Required

Fraud InvestigationQuality AssuranceBsa/aml Compliance

Preferred

Risk ManagementCompliance Frameworks

Stack & domain

Financial CrimesAMLKYCOFAC ScreeningBSAAnalyticalCritical ThinkingProblem-solvingCommunicationFinanceBanking

About the role

Original posting from Banner Bank via Lever

More than 135 years ago, we started with core values that never go out of style: listen, learn and help businesses and individuals reach their goals. These core values shape our culture, and we were recently Great Place to Work Certified because of our outstanding workplace culture and employee experience. As well, our financial strength and stability are key reasons Forbes named us one of the Best 100 Banks in America for the tenth consecutive year.

With more than $18 billion in assets and 150 branch locations throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and California, we understand our role in the economy and take that responsibility seriously. In addition to offering a source of capital to personal banking clients and businesses of all sizes, we place a high importance on employee volunteerism and donate millions of dollars each year to community organizations.

As a Fraud Investigator, you’ll play an important role in protecting our customers and our organization by identifying and investigating potential fraud. You’ll play a predominant role in fraud risk monitoring and investigations. This role is ideal for someone who is naturally curious, detail-oriented, and motivated to make a real impact

In this role you'll:

  • Coordinate quality assurance reviews of Financial Crimes activities under the guidance of the Financial Crimes Risk Program Manager and Senior QA Analyst.
  • Evaluate work related to KYC reviews, Enhanced Due Diligence reviews, OFAC screening, BSA/AML processes, fraud-related monitoring, and other Financial Crimes activities.
  • Develop ad hoc reports and analyses related to quality assurance findings and identified trends.
  • Partner with Financial Crimes leadership to enhance and maintain BSA/AML/OFAC policies, procedures, and operational processes.
  • Support workgroup and committee activities and assist in preparing reports for Senior Management.
  • Gather and review information from teams across the organization to assess the quality and effectiveness of Financial Crimes processes.
  • Monitor data to identify trends, training opportunities, corrective actions, and process improvement initiatives.
  • Perform ongoing validation of BSA/AML systems and collaborate with the Financial Crimes Analytics Officer to support program effectiveness.
  • Help strengthen quality assurance practices that contribute to a consistent and effective Financial Crimes compliance program.

What we're looking for:

  • You have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, Law, Computer Science, or a related field (Required).
  • You have 4 or more years of banking experience, including at least 2 years focused on BSA/AML processes or internal audit activities (Required).
  • You have experience supporting compliance, risk management, financial crimes, audit, or related banking functions (Required).
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience can be considered in lieu of a degree.

What helps you shine:

  • You have strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills and enjoy identifying meaningful trends and insights.
  • You understand federal and state laws and regulations related to deposit accounts and banking operations.
  • Have working knowledge of risk management, compliance frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
  • Comfortable working independently while also collaborating effectively within a team environment.
  • You build strong working relationships with colleagues across departments and levels of the organization.
  • Must have experience with BSA/AML software platforms and understand the processes and workflows that support Financial Crimes operations.
  • You communicate findings clearly and can translate complex information into actionable recommendations.
  • You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to accuracy when reviewing and evaluating quality assurance results.

Travel:

  • 10%

Our Company Values:

  • Do the right thing
  • Mutual respect
  • Teamwork
  • Accountability

What Our Team Says:

"I have the opportunity to learn and grow every day in my current role. I love the work life balance, knowing that we work hard, and strive for high performance but we are celebrated."

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Targeted starting salary range (based on experience): $38.06- 44.77
  • Annual incentive potential
  • Comprehensive employee benefits, including: medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD and life
  • Paid vacation time, sick time and 11 company paid holidays
  • 401k (with up to 4% match)
  • Tuition reimbursement

Review Banner's employee benefits at: Employee Benefits | Banner Bank

Please take time to review Banner Bank's Consent & Privacy notice before applying.

Banner Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Banner Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for any job postings. Resumes submitted to any Banner Bank employee by a third-party agency and/or search firm without a valid written and signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Banner Bank. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for a position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral.

Source: Banner Bank careers (Lever)

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