A leading financial institution is seeking a Senior Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) Analyst for their Customer Risk Management Group. This position will report to the FVP/Customer Risk Management Manager and will be based in Pasadena. The Senior BSA Analyst will review new and existing customer accounts to ensure compliance with BSA and the USA Patriot Act, and determine their risk rating profiles. The role includes mitigating risk, identifying suspicious activity, escalating important issues, and working with relationship managers and account officers.

Responsibilities:

• Complete Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reviews on high-risk individuals and entities to determine risk rating profiles.

• Analyze data and results of existing transaction monitoring reports to determine if further investigation is warranted, and take appropriate action using the financial platform.

• Gather information from outside resources such as Internet searches, third-party vendors, public records, newspaper articles, etc.

• Conduct follow-ups with account officers for any missing or necessary documentation.

• Review results from third-party vendors regarding authentication of identification on individuals and businesses, OFAC and government lists, closed for cause, etc.

• Conduct further research and escalate to the appropriate department as needed.

• Develop relationships within appropriate levels of management for issue identification and resolution.

• Prepare and document analysis on summary write-ups.

• Complete all required training.

• Stay up to date and knowledgeable on BSA/AML/OFAC regulatory requirements and FinCEN guidelines.

• Use analytical skills to produce and follow leads, and link common or related activities to develop a complete picture of suspicious activity and uncover new trends in fraudulent behavior.

• Assist BSA Officer/Managers and internal partners in preparing, logging, and providing documents/materials per requests from law enforcement officials.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in BSA/AML/OFAC related activities in the financial services industry.

• Experience conducting financial crime investigations, money laundering monitoring, and/or other related BSA/AML experience.

• Background in banking, operations, BSA & USA Patriot Acts, including performing EDD reviews on complex relationships.

• Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent experience.

• Familiarity with BSA/AML relevant laws and regulations in both the US and China.

• Well-organized, analytical, and critical thinking skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Fluency in spoken and written English and Mandarin Chinese is essential for this role.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, creative thinker, and internet savvy.

• CAMS certification preferred; the institution will pay for certification study for interested candidates.

Compensation: The base pay range for this position is USD $30.00/Hr. - USD $40.00/Hr. Exact offers will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.