Ameris Bank is a purpose-driven company, dedicated to bringing financial peace of mind to communities, one person at a time. Whether a customer wants to grow their business, buy a home, or feel confident in their retirement plan, they have a partner in Ameris Bank. We serve customers in our locations across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and nationwide through our extensive digital offerings and mobile app.
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Responsible for playing an important role within the AML Operations team performing Quality Control oversight of alert assessments, case investigations and EDD reviews. This role will ensure the Bank performs effective QC oversight, identifying, documenting, reporting and tracking regulatory and policy violations as well as significant risk issues to the Investigations team supervisor and other AML Management. Performs other projects and duties as assigned.
Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities:
· Conduct reviews of alert assessments, case investigations, and/or EDD reviews and other documents as a secondary control to determine appropriate analysis was performed
· Report and track quality control results
· Determine necessary follow-up action relating to findings resulting from quality control reviews
· Draft quality control scorecards to report summaries to management
· Provide feedback to AML operations staff as well as management
· Analyze and communicate proposed enhancements to address identified risks or gaps in processes
· Stay current with money laundering and terrorist financing behaviors, trends, patterns and typologies
· Stay current with rules, laws and regulations
Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:
· Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
· Working knowledge of a bank operating environment and applicable systems preferred
· Working knowledge and understanding of BSA/AML rules, laws and regulations including the USA PATRIOT Act
· Sound oral and written communication skills
· Sound critical thinking ability
· Sound analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
· Ability to be a self-starter
· Ability to build relationships
Industry and Work Experience:
· 2 – 5 years industry-related experience
Academic:
· High school diploma or GED required
· Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Accounting, Finance, Criminal Justice or related field preferred
· CAMS certification preferred
Benefits Available to Employees:
Ameris Bank provides a comprehensive employee benefit package to all eligible employees.
Banking Advantages for Employees:
In addition to a wide array of benefits, Ameris Bank employees are also eligible for special bank services.
Disclaimer:
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.
All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
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