Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) Specialist

The Arrow Financial Corporation Family of Companies is seeking dynamic, authentic individuals to join our amazing team!  Currently, we are looking for an experienced professional to join Compliance and Risk team as: 

Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) Specialist 

This opportunity may be perfect for you if you have experience in:

> Attention to Detail and High Integrity

> Excellent Organizational Skills

> Strong Reasoning and Research Skills 

About this position:

Provide administrative support to the Bank Secrecy Act Manager to ensure Company compliance with Bank Secrecy Act and Anti-Money Laundering related laws and regulations.  Will perform a variety of duties and initiatives designed to maintain a strong BSA/AML/OFAC compliance position for the Arrow Family of Companies. This position is in-office and works out of our headquarters in Glens Falls, New York. 

Responsibilities

> Maintain current knowledge of existing and emerging industry-related laws, regulations, and other applicable regulatory compliance requirements for Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering, Office of Foreign Assets Control, and Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). 

> Research reports and customer account records to detect suspicious activity involving potential structuring and money laundering schemes.

> Assist with preparation of Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs), BSA/AML/OFAC and other appropriate compliance reports in timely manner for review by Bank Secrecy Act Manager or other designated individual.

> Conduct required OFAC, FinCEN 314a and similar searches effectively based on existing procedures.   Assist with applicable reporting of search results and conduct periodic reviews to ensure data integrity.  

> Interface with functional managers and others as appropriate for ongoing and timely review and analysis of reports; maintain documentation substantiating reviews.

> Maintain BSA/AML and Fraud tracking related to company-wide Incident Response Policy & Program and Identity Theft Policy & Programs.

What you will need to thrive in this role:

In addition to your work and life experiences, as well as your passion and excitement for the profession, you would benefit from having: 

Education/Certifications:

> High School diploma or equivalent experience required

> 2 years of Bank Secrecy Act or financial services-related experience preferred

Skills/Knowledge:

> Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal; comfortable communicating with customers, co-workers, and management

> Proven ability to prioritize multiple tasks/projects to meet deadlines; attention to detail and follow-up

> Demonstrated ability to collaborate, build relationships, and work as a member of a cooperative team

> Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite:  Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint; ability to learn department specific software

> Strong problem-solving skills, ability to analyze and solve problems effectively

> High integrity, ethics and values

Physical Demands

> Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time and walk/stand for brief periods of time.

> Must be able to repetitively use a telephone and computer mouse and keyboard.

> Ability to lift/move up to 15 lbs.

What we will bring to the table:

We believe in investing in our employees and helping them grow their career with us.  We offer a pleasant, inclusive work environment, career development opportunities, and competitive compensation.  Through our total rewards program, we offer a comprehensive benefits package featuring:

>    Competitive compensation including potential bonus and incentives as well as paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

>    Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance and Flexible Spending Plan

>    Multiple retirement plans including:  401(k), Pension, and Employee Stock Ownership

>    Education and Tuition Reimbursement

>    Employee Assistance Program for our employees and their immediate family members

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard for: race, color, religion, national origin or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a multi-bank holding company, Arrow Financial Corporation has over $4 billion in assets. Through our subsidiaries we provide a broad range of banking and insurance services across northeastern New York, including online and mobile banking, wealth management, money market and deposit accounts, and mortgage, consumer and commercial loans.

We are committed to delivering value for our shareholders, our customers, and our communities. Our conservative business model and strategy of steady growth have resulted in many recognitions from the nation’s leading publications and bank-rating firms.

The salary range for this position is $19.00 - $23.00 per hour commensurate with experience and education.

Additional compensation may be earned through the Company’s profit-sharing bonus program, subject to individual and company performance.