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VP, BSA/AML Operations
Location
Arizona + 5 moreAll locations: Arizona | Kentucky | Michigan | Pennsylvania | South Dakota | Tennessee
Posted
82 days ago
Salary
$125K - $208K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
VP, BSA/AML Operations
Pathward
• Provides direct oversight of managers responsible for SAM alert review, case investigations, SAR reporting, and CTR reporting activities. • Oversees investigations generated through Actimize and FCRM transaction monitoring systems. • Manages operational performance across alerts, cases, SARs, CTRs, and regulatory responsiveness, ensuring adherence to established SLAs and quality standards. • Serves as a key operational leader within Pathward’s Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) Program, partnering closely with Compliance, Technology, Data Analytics, Program Management, and Assurance functions. • Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive BSA/AML policies, procedures, and controls. • Assist in overseeing various components of the BSA/AML program including customer due diligence, sanctions screening, AML and sanctions screening, and suspicious activity reporting, where applicable. • Participate in risk assessments to identify and evaluate BSA/AML risks across products, services, customers, and geographic locations. • Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and execute strategic initiatives that enhance program effectiveness.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CAMS) preferred.
- Extensive experience in BSA/AML operations, financial crimes investigations, and SAM programs within a regulated financial institution.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing managers and large investigative teams.
- Strong working knowledge of Actimize, FCRM, and enterprise transaction monitoring systems.
- Proven ability to engage effectively with regulators, auditors, and senior leadership.
- Exceptional analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) retirement benefits
- Life insurance
- Disability benefits
- Paid time off
- Annual performance-based incentive opportunity
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