Financial Crimes Support Specialist

Truist Financial • Wilson, NC

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About The Position

Support the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) in enterprise-wide Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering (BSA/AML) operational and compliance efforts. The Support Specialist interfaces with all areas of the department to ensure the effective design, governance and operation of the FIU BSA/AML compliance programs. This broad responsibility is delivered through collaboration of specialized functions such as training, self-testing, quality control, data analysis and reporting. Additional responsibilities include participation in special projects and vendor/contract management as necessary. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time. 1. Review, analyze and interpret complex cases and data sets. 2. Design reports, optimize data and develop analysis and reporting capabilities with a goal to interpret business needs into logical solutions and services. 3. Plan, scope and develop the test plan for internal FIU departments, organizing and using resources effectively to complete assignments. 4. Make appropriate recommendations, ensure follow up and communicate decisions to the appropriate associate, team or FIU leadership. 5. Oversee high priority projects and/or business unit programs to include vendor/contract management related projects as necessary. 6. Manage the critical day-to-day operational elements of assigned projects including: project vision/objectives, financials, scope, quality, schedule, resourcing, vendor management, dependencies, risks, status reporting, stakeholder engagement, business readiness/organizational change management, value realizations necessary to deliver specific requirements, objectives and value. 7. Focus on meeting customer needs by developing and maintaining project standards and managing program commitments including communication, processes and methodologies. 8. Participate in BSA/AML training that may include webinars, periodicals and self-study in order to stay abreast of the BSA/AML laws and regulations. Maintain awareness of national and world events and industry trends through press releases, internal or external watch lists or other relevant sources to mitigate the company's reputation or regulatory risk. 9. Identify key risks and control points, providing subject matter expertise, leadership and under limited supervision, execute on ongoing review of BSA/AML policies and procedures and associated activities addressed by those policies and procedures. 10. Demonstrate a team orientation by working closely and effectively with business partners, teams and outside services. 11. Assist in training and professional development of team members.

Requirements

• College Degree or equivalent education, training and work-related experience
• Nine years of compliance experience in BSA/AML Compliance, BSA/AML regulatory, BSA/AML Audit or related experience
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to identify and find solutions to complicated problems
• Ability to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the systems or processes that are compliance controls
• Ability to think critically and demonstrate professional skepticism when necessary
• Established verbal, written, facilitations and consulting skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to interact and clearly convey information to management, associates and third party vendors in a one-to-one and/or a group setting
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products and data analysis tools
• Highly-motivated and a self-starter that can work independently with minimum supervision

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Business or other related field
• Graduate of BB&T now Truist Banking School or other widely recognized banking school
• Ten years of AML compliance experience at medium to large financial institution(s) with a strong performance in BSA/AML compliance position, demonstrating strong attention to detail, and expert level AML compliance knowledge/skills
• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Management Information Systems or equivalent education and related training
• Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other specialized compliance education/professional designation
• Program Management Professional (PgMP) Certification

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze and interpret complex cases and data sets.
• Design reports, optimize data and develop analysis and reporting capabilities with a goal to interpret business needs into logical solutions and services.
• Plan, scope and develop the test plan for internal FIU departments, organizing and using resources effectively to complete assignments.
• Make appropriate recommendations, ensure follow up and communicate decisions to the appropriate associate, team or FIU leadership.
• Oversee high priority projects and/or business unit programs to include vendor/contract management related projects as necessary.
• Manage the critical day-to-day operational elements of assigned projects including: project vision/objectives, financials, scope, quality, schedule, resourcing, vendor management, dependencies, risks, status reporting, stakeholder engagement, business readiness/organizational change management, value realizations necessary to deliver specific requirements, objectives and value.
• Focus on meeting customer needs by developing and maintaining project standards and managing program commitments including communication, processes and methodologies.
• Participate in BSA/AML training that may include webinars, periodicals and self-study in order to stay abreast of the BSA/AML laws and regulations. Maintain awareness of national and world events and industry trends through press releases, internal or external watch lists or other relevant sources to mitigate the company's reputation or regulatory risk.
• Identify key risks and control points, providing subject matter expertise, leadership and under limited supervision, execute on ongoing review of BSA/AML policies and procedures and associated activities addressed by those policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate a team orientation by working closely and effectively with business partners, teams and outside services.
• Assist in training and professional development of team members.

Benefits

• All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position.
• Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates.
• Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays.
• Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist's defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan.
• As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees