BSA Analyst II

Emprise Bank 2•Wichita, KS

About The Position

At Emprise Bank, everything we do is focused on empowering people to thrive. We proudly work to provide an extraordinary customer experience to help our customers achieve their goals. We are currently seeking a BSA Analyst II to join our Compliance team. This role is an integral part of Emprise Bank’s Compliance department by supporting the BSA capability and process administration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and professional experience.
Knowledge of financial products and services preferred.
Strong analytical and conceptual thinking ability.
Ability to work cooperatively with other co-workers regardless of personality, presence, or communication style.
Detail-oriented, organized, and able to balance multiple responsibilities.
Strong attention to detail and time management skills
Problem resolution and analytical thinking skills
Initiative and strong work ethic
Exemplary customer service experience
Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and priorities with successful completion
Confident and articulate communication skills
Effectively build and maintain relationships with Emprise associates, customers, vendors, and other financial institutions
An understanding of and commitment to our values
Attitude and aptitude to engage in continuous development

Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth investigations, documenting and managing case files in accordance with regulatory expectations.
Complete Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) forms by accurately documenting investigative findings, drafting clear and concise narratives that meet regulatory expectations, and ensuring timely and compliant submission.
Review Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance, providing guidance on quality and documentation standards, and supporting filing deadlines.
Assist in developing and refining procedures to ensure alignment with regulatory expectations and industry best practices.
Train and mentor new analysts on BSA processes, systems, and regulatory requirements; serve as a subject matter resource by providing guidance on complex alerts, cases, and compliance questions.
Assist with reporting, metrics tracking, and departmental initiatives.
Collaborate with BSA leadership, front-line staff, and operations to address compliance issues and support program effectiveness.
Support internal and external audits, examinations, and regulatory inquiries by providing documentation and explanations as needed.
Maintain proficient knowledge of the rules and regulations, including but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act, and OFAC.
Assist with conducting BSA, AML/CFT, and OFAC training presentations and exercises as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned within the scope and responsibility of the job.