BSA Reporting Assistant Manager at Addition Financial in Lake Mary, FL

We are Addition Financial, a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative, offering comprehensive financial solutions that help members achieve their financial goals. Shareholder profits don't drive us and never have. Since 1937, we've been on a mission to bring financial success and education to everyone and make a positive impact in the lives of our members and the communities we serve. And we want your help to make that happen. We're looking for people who not only want to do meaningful, challenging work, but who also have a heart for service. If this sounds like you, keep reading and we'll dive into the specifics!

SUMMARY:

The BSA Reporting Assistant Manager plays a key role in administering the Credit Union's BSA/AML/OFAC compliance program by overseeing daily operations and supervising BSA Reporting Specialists. This position provides leadership, training, and guidance to ensure the accurate, timely, and compliant execution of investigations, transaction monitoring, suspicious activity identification and escalation, regulatory reporting, and quality assurance activities. The Assistant Manager supports internal audits and regulatory examinations, serves as a backup to the BSA Manager, and contributes to the development, implementation, and maintenance of internal controls, compliance records, and risk mitigation strategies designed to strengthen the organization's compliance framework and reduce exposure to financial crime.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee daily operations of the BSA Reporting department, ensuring effective execution of alert investigations, SAR/CTR preparation, OFAC screening, and 314(a) processing. • Provide leadership, guidance, and coaching to BSA team; monitor productivity, quality, and adherence to regulatory requirements, internal procedures, and deadlines. • Conduct quality assurance reviews of BSA processes, reports and case investigations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with credit union and regulatory standards. • Ensure timely and accurate filing of SARs and CTRs in accordance with federal and state regulations. • Review, validate, and oversee alerts and cases generated by BSA/AML systems, ensuring appropriate workflows, investigative actions, and documentation standards are met. • Manage SAR follow up processes, including assignment and tracking of 90-day reviews, and escalate ongoing suspicious activity as appropriate. • Serve as a key point of contact for subpoenas, 314(a) matches, and 314(b) requests; coordinate accurate and timely responses. • Ensure proper resolution of potential OFAC matches and forward True matches to management. • Monitor trends, identify emerging risks, and escalate significant findings or process improvement opportunities to management. • Support development and annual updates of the BSA/AML/OFAC Risk Assessment and recommend enhancements to internal controls and procedures. • Assist with audit and regulatory exam preparation by compiling required documentation and ensuring departmental readiness. • Maintain accurate records of quality control reviews, employee performance, and compliance-related findings. • Manage staffing operations, including scheduling, time-off approvals, payroll validation, and maintaining employee records in compliance with company guidelines. • Lead performance management efforts by monitoring staff metrics, conducting regular check-ins, delivering feedback, and supporting employee development plans. • Train and onboard new employees while fostering continuous learning, consistency, and technical expertise across the team. • Promote a positive team environment through engagement, communication, and team-building initiatives, ensuring accountability and adherence to company policies. • Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive member and organizational information, ensuring compliance with security and privacy standards. • Stay current on BSA/AML/OFAC regulations and industry practices through ongoing training and participation in compliance initiatives. • Perform additional duties, projects, and assignments as required

REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, criminal justice, or a related field preferred. A combination of education and work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

Any applicable system or program knowledge:

• Proficiency with BSA/AML monitoring systems including understanding risk scoring and calibration methodologies.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience working within a financial institution in a compliance, audit, or risk management role. • Extensive understanding of BSA, AML, OFAC, and USA PATRIOT Act requirements. • Minimum one year of experience supervising employees, including performance coaching, mentoring, and supporting professional development.

Additional Requirements:

• Excellent analytical and investigative skills with strong attention to detail. • Ability to write clear and concise reports and narratives. • Strong interpersonal and member service skills. • Self-motivated and capable of working independently under deadlines. • Excellent time management and organizational abilities. • Proficient with Adobe Pro and Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook,). • Familiarity with BSA/AML monitoring systems is preferred. • Must be able to manage moderate to high stress levels associated with deadlines and compliance responsibilities. • Ability to follow structured procedures and perform tasks consistently on a day-to-day basis. • Regularly required to communicate clearly through verbal and written methods. • Must be able to concentrate on repetitive tasks with high accuracy and attention to detail.

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS OF THE POSITION:

Physical Demands:

• Sitting for long periods at a time.
• Regularly required to talk or listen.
• Occasional lifting of office supplies up to 20 lbs.
• Vision abilities including close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORKING WITH US:

We’re continually recognized as a top employer because we understand people like you want more out of your career. Like making a difference in people’s lives and in the community. Being part of a team that supports each other. Feeling good about the time you spend at work each day. And being able to balance your life while also earning a competitive base salary and benefits, including:

• 401k with profit sharing contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage from leading insurance providers
• Continuing education and up to $5,000 in tuition assistance annually
• Generous vacation and sick pay
• Paid parental leave and volunteer time off
• Major holidays off including Federal holidays that many other industries don't observe
• Credit union benefits including reduced consumer/mortgage loan rates, free checks, and other financial services discounts

At Addition Financial, we accept you for who you are. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, protected veteran status, or disability/handicap with regards to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits, and any other areas of employment. Personal perspectives and beliefs are what helps our team members, and our company, grow as a whole and we seek to nurture that inclusiveness. We welcome our team member’s diverse viewpoints and work together so that everyone’s voices are heard. So, if you’re ready to take your career to the next level, Count Us In®.