Compliance Analyst

The Compliance Analyst will play a pivotal role in monitoring, investigating, and reporting member activity that may violate federal laws, regulations, and internal policies. Key areas this role will focus on will be BSA (Bank Secrecy Act), AML (Anti Money Laundering), USA Patriot Act, OFAC, Regulation C, and Customer Identification Program (CIP). Daily analysis of data and proper reporting will be necessary in this role to safeguard the integrity of Community Choice Credit Union.

What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Regulatory Compliance Monitoring: Monitor pending updates and developments related to BSA, AML, USA Patriot Act, OFAC, Regulation C and CIP and maintain a working knowledge of each to adequately analyze data for compliance. Track and review a high volume of BSA/AML alerts generated by the credit unions transaction monitoring system. Create and maintain a list of high-risk members from employees’ escalations from across the organization. Manage daily CTR activity and assist or escalate when necessary to ensure timely completion by retail staff.

• Reporting & Documentation: Document reasons for actions taken to mitigate risk associated with BSA/AML or other regulatory risk exposure. Complete and submit time sensitive reports; including SARs, CTRs, and LAR within legal timeframes to prevent compliance violations. Maintain the NMLS registry of Community Choice employees.

• Compliance Analysis & Reviews: Review and analyze data from daily alerts and employee escalations to adequately evaluate the risk of compliance violations. Review CTR’s completed by retail staff for accuracy and completeness. Maintain the NMLS registry of Community Choice employees.

• Training & Education: Provide compliance training and education to employees to enhance awareness and understanding of regulatory requirements and internal policies. Partner with the Talent Development department to develop materials and conduct sessions tailored to different departments and job roles.

Who We’re Looking For:

• A high school education/GED, or related filed preferred
• 1-3 years experience in regulatory compliance within the financial services industry, preferably with credit union operations.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex regulatory issues and develop practical solutions.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and precision in documentation and reporting.