Assistant BSA Compliance Officer

American Pride Bank•Tampa, FL

About The Position

The Assistant BSA Compliance Officer helps ensure the Bank’s Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) program meets regulatory requirements while supporting organizational performance. The role develops, implements, and continually refines compliance strategies. It supports the BSA Officer through transaction and alert reviews, research, policy and procedure maintenance, compliance testing, audit preparation, document archiving, and other assigned duties. The position works in a fast-paced banking/business office environment and requires maintaining confidentiality and staying current with regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Minimum of an Associate degree.
Demonstrated working knowledge of banking industry regulations and servicing guidelines.
Strong understanding of BSA/AML regulations, including OFAC and the USA PATRIOT Act.
Familiarity with the organization’s operating systems or demonstrated willingness to learn.
Excellent analytical, investigative, and decision-making skills, with accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and effective organizational and time-management abilities.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, conduct research, and resolve problems.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, follow through on assignments, and maintain thorough documentation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to quickly learn the applications, hardware, and software used by the Bank.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
1–2 years of prior experience in BSA compliance or banking operations preferred.
Verafin experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Review daily Large Cash Transaction Reports to ensure accurate Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs), timely submission through BSA e-filing, and proper retention of supporting documentation.
Analyze and resolve potential OFAC matches identified through nightly screening processes.
Provide research and analytical support to the BSA Officer.
Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining BSA, AML, and OFAC policies and procedures across all branches.
Perform additional compliance testing and support as needed.
Review and investigate AML alerts to assess risk and ensure appropriate action is taken.
Support audit preparation activities in collaboration with the BSA Officer.
Scan and archive reports in the Synergy document management system.
Participate in ongoing training and professional development to remain current with regulatory requirements and job responsibilities.
Contribute to special projects as assigned.
Perform other duties as directed by the BSA Officer.