Mountain West Bank
Corporate AML/CFT Investigations Analyst
Mountain West Bank, Spokane, Washington, United States, 99254
Corporate AML/CFT Investigations Analyst
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Corporate AML/CFT Investigations Analyst
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Mountain West Bank .
Glacier Bancorp, Inc. (GBCI) is a regional bank holding company providing commercial banking services in 80 communities through 129 banking offices in Montana, Idaho, Colorado, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. GBCI offers an extensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plan with employer match and profit sharing; paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave. Salary is negotiable depending on relevant experience.
Summary The AML/CFT Investigation Analyst is a vital resource for the organization’s compliance with safety and soundness regulations.
The role performs all functions necessary to maintain compliance with the GBCI BSA/AML/OFAC Program, Policies, and Procedures, ensuring the bank meets legal and regulatory requirements and maintains satisfactory ratings on all BSA audits and exams.
Primary responsibilities include the detection and timely reporting of suspicious activity.
This is a corporate position which may be located at an available bank division location across our nine‑state footprint in AZ, CO, ID, MT, NV, TX, UT, WA, or WY.
The entry rate for this position is $58,011.68 + per year (calculated for Kalispell, MT), with Washington applicants earning $63,187.86 to $94,781.80 a year.
Compensation offers are individually analyzed and consider geographic location, experience, and education.
Description
Investigate accounts for potentially suspicious activity and, when detected, draft Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and report them to FINCEN in a timely manner.
Support investigative conclusions by drafting concise, accurate, and logical investigative summations subject to quality assurance evaluation and potential examiner scrutiny.
Maintain proficiency with the bank’s AML systems, core banking systems, and transaction processing systems to ensure thorough, efficient, and accurate investigations.
Maintain a working knowledge of banking operations related to BSA/AML/OFAC compliance, including teller functions, new account originations, wire transfers, electronic banking, and letters of credit.
Keep an advanced working knowledge of money‑laundering red flags and typologies.
Ensure training is kept current on BSA/AML/OFAC regulations and participate in required internal and external industry training.
Assist BSA management in developing and maintaining standard processes and procedures; optionally participate on the CBSAT SAR Review Committee.
Perform administrative or liaison functions, including communicating with management or division employees on process improvements, higher‑risk customer behaviors, and potential client disengagement.
Provide support to management and internal auditors during the audit process; ensure exam requests are handled in a timely, confidential manner.
Identify issues and collaborate with other BSA operational teams involving CIP, CDD, EDD, and Quality Assurance.
Comply with all company policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control.
Complete the assigned online training courses and achieve a passing score by the due date.
Qualifications
Associate degree or two‑year college degree in Business, Intelligence Studies, or related field required.
Experience with AML investigations and understanding of BSA/OFAC regulations preferred.
Strong analytical and investigative skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Administrative
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Corporate AML/CFT Investigations Analyst
role at
Mountain West Bank .
Glacier Bancorp, Inc. (GBCI) is a regional bank holding company providing commercial banking services in 80 communities through 129 banking offices in Montana, Idaho, Colorado, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. GBCI offers an extensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plan with employer match and profit sharing; paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave. Salary is negotiable depending on relevant experience.
Summary The AML/CFT Investigation Analyst is a vital resource for the organization’s compliance with safety and soundness regulations.
The role performs all functions necessary to maintain compliance with the GBCI BSA/AML/OFAC Program, Policies, and Procedures, ensuring the bank meets legal and regulatory requirements and maintains satisfactory ratings on all BSA audits and exams.
Primary responsibilities include the detection and timely reporting of suspicious activity.
This is a corporate position which may be located at an available bank division location across our nine‑state footprint in AZ, CO, ID, MT, NV, TX, UT, WA, or WY.
The entry rate for this position is $58,011.68 + per year (calculated for Kalispell, MT), with Washington applicants earning $63,187.86 to $94,781.80 a year.
Compensation offers are individually analyzed and consider geographic location, experience, and education.
Description
Investigate accounts for potentially suspicious activity and, when detected, draft Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and report them to FINCEN in a timely manner.
Support investigative conclusions by drafting concise, accurate, and logical investigative summations subject to quality assurance evaluation and potential examiner scrutiny.
Maintain proficiency with the bank’s AML systems, core banking systems, and transaction processing systems to ensure thorough, efficient, and accurate investigations.
Maintain a working knowledge of banking operations related to BSA/AML/OFAC compliance, including teller functions, new account originations, wire transfers, electronic banking, and letters of credit.
Keep an advanced working knowledge of money‑laundering red flags and typologies.
Ensure training is kept current on BSA/AML/OFAC regulations and participate in required internal and external industry training.
Assist BSA management in developing and maintaining standard processes and procedures; optionally participate on the CBSAT SAR Review Committee.
Perform administrative or liaison functions, including communicating with management or division employees on process improvements, higher‑risk customer behaviors, and potential client disengagement.
Provide support to management and internal auditors during the audit process; ensure exam requests are handled in a timely, confidential manner.
Identify issues and collaborate with other BSA operational teams involving CIP, CDD, EDD, and Quality Assurance.
Comply with all company policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control.
Complete the assigned online training courses and achieve a passing score by the due date.
Qualifications
Associate degree or two‑year college degree in Business, Intelligence Studies, or related field required.
Experience with AML investigations and understanding of BSA/OFAC regulations preferred.
Strong analytical and investigative skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Administrative
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