The Arrow Financial Corporation Family of Companies is seeking dynamic, authentic individuals to join our amazing team! Currently, we are looking for an experienced professional to join our Compliance and Risk team as:

Bank Secrecy Act Analyst

This opportunity may be perfect for you if you have experience in:

BSA/AML/OFAC and Financial Fraud

Analytical thinking

Meeting deadlines

About this position:

This role supports the Bank Secrecy Act Manager in an administrative capacity to ensure compliance with BSA/AML related laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

Maintain in-depth knowledge of existing and emerging industry-related laws, regulations, and other applicable regulatory compliance requirements for BSA, AML, OFAC, and Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN).

Compile and maintain a list of High-Risk Customers/Accounts engaged in higher risk activities such as cash intensive businesses, virtual currency, marijuana-related businesses, CBD/hemp, money service businesses, privately owned ATMs, PEPs, etc. Conduct research on those customers and prepare an analysis according to procedures. Prepare and file Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) as necessary.

Review new accounts to ensure the anticipated activity collected makes sense for the customer. Compare to actual activity to detect suspicious activity that involves potential money laundering schemes. Prepare and file Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) as necessary.

Review BSA/AML/OFAC and other appropriate compliance reports; document and discuss concerns/discrepancies with BSA Manager accordingly. Assist with quarterly and monthly Board reporting as appropriate.

Conduct required OFAC, FinCEN 314a and other similar searches effectively based on existing procedures. Assist with all applicable reporting regarding the results of these searches.

Interface with other functional managers and others as appropriate for the ongoing and timely review and analysis of reports and maintain documentation substantiating such reviews.

Develop and maintain partnerships with federal and state law enforcement agencies to facilitate investigations.

What you will need to thrive in this role:

In addition to your work and life experiences, as well as your passion and excitement for the profession, you would benefit from having:

Education/Certifications:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required

4 years of Bank Secrecy Act or commensurate financial services-related experience preferred

Skills/Knowledge:

Knowledge of laws and regulations related to BSA/AML/OFAC and Financial Fraud

Strong communications skills, both written and verbal: comfortable communicating with vendors, co-workers, management, and law enforcement

Strong analytical and organizational skills; ability to prioritize multiple tasks/projects to meet deadlines; flexibility and willingness to adapt

Sound business judgment and ability to think independently with high integrity, ethics, and values.

Quality problem solving and investigative skills

Physical Demands

Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time and walk/stand for brief periods of time.

Must be able to repetitively use a telephone and computer mouse and keyboard.

Ability to lift/move up to 15 lbs.

What we will bring to the table:

We believe in investing in our employees and helping them grow their career with us. We offer a pleasant, inclusive work environment, career development opportunities, and competitive compensation. Through our total rewards program, we offer a comprehensive benefits package featuring:

Competitive compensation including potential bonus and incentives as well as paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance and Flexible Spending Plan

Multiple retirement plans including: 401(k), Pension, and Employee Stock Ownership

Education and Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program for our employees and their immediate family members

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard for: race, color, religion, national origin or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a multi-bank holding company, Arrow Financial Corporation has over $4 billion in assets. Through our subsidiaries we provide a broad range of banking and insurance services across northeastern New York, including online and mobile banking, wealth management, money market and deposit accounts, and mortgage, consumer and commercial loans.

We are committed to delivering value for our shareholders, our customers, and our communities. Our conservative business model and strategy of steady growth have resulted in many recognitions from the nation’s leading publications and bank-rating firms.

The salary range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00 commensurate with experience and education.

Additional compensation may be earned through the Company’s profit-sharing bonus program, subject to individual and company performance.

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