Suspicious Activity Report QA Officer

First Financial Bank

6d•Onsite

About The Position

OFFICE LOCATION: Abilene, Texas, United States SCOPE/CONTACTS: The Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for reviewing, validating, and ensuring the accuracy and completeness of SARs filed by the bank and trust company. This role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry standards to mitigate financial crime risks and maintain strong relationships with regulatory bodies.

Requirements

Three (3) to five (5) years’ financial institution-related or government reporting experience required.
Good proficiency with technology such as PCs and software/web-based products.
High proficiency in Microsoft Suite of products especially Word and Excel.
High degree of self-motivation and ability to work autonomously.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact well with internal and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Risk-related certification(s), such as Certified Anti-money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or ABA Certified AML and Fraud Professional (CAFP) is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Conduct quality assurance reviews of SARs to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
Verify that SAR narratives clearly articulate suspicious activity and meet regulatory expectations.
Collaborate with investigators and analysts to resolve discrepancies or improve SAR quality.
Maintain documentation of QA findings and provide feedback to enhance SAR preparation processes.
Monitor regulatory changes and update QA procedures accordingly.
Assist in preparing reports for senior management, regulatory examinations, and audits.
Ensure confidentiality and secure handling of sensitive information.
Compile compliance training related to the position in a timely manner.
Understand and comply with applicable laws and regulations that apply to the position.
Comply with the bank’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and Information Security policies.
Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned.
Actively participate in the service culture, support the values of the organization, and follow established Bank policies and procedures.