Risk Specialist II - Suspicious Activity Monitoring
First Horizon Bank, Knoxville, TN, United States
Description
Location: On site in Knoxville, TN
The position is responsible for performing confidential research and investigations of money laundering and other financial crimes with the suspicious activity monitoring (SAM) team of BSA Compliance.
Responsibilities
Analyze client account transactions from various internal monitoring sources, including the bank’s automated transaction/scenario monitoring system (Actimize), to detect potentially suspicious activity. Make decisions on appropriate action to take regarding the need for further investigation.
Adhere to internal BSA Compliance SAR team procedures by documenting the summary of investigative findings (e.g., thorough notes supporting decisions, including copies of supporting documents such as statements/checks, media search results, results from internal system searches, etc. as needed).
Perform investigative cases for review and approval by management, including preparation of Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR) to be submitted to FinCEN.
Assist with performing duties associated with manual monitoring reports and processes, if requested by management.
Ensure all investigative tasks are completed on a timely and accurate basis, including meeting established federal and internal timelines and standards.
Participate in exams/audits by assisting in gathering data for regulators, auditors, quality control reviewers, and law enforcement.
Perform all other duties as assigned by management.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No supervisory responsibilities
Qualifications
At least 5 years or more of prior banking experience.
5 years or more of direct experience with either Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) Compliance, Fraud, or other financial crimes-related investigations/monitoring.
Bachelor’s degree preferred; ideally with emphasis on financial, audit, law enforcement, or other risk-related field.
Prior experience with automated transaction monitoring systems, especially NICE Actimize, is a plus.
Strong ability to organize and prioritize workflow, ensure accuracy and attention to detail, and to work independently while taking ownership of assignments.
Computer and Office Skills
Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
None required, but CAMS, CAFP, or equivalent is a plus.
Benefits
Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision
HSA with company match
Maternity and parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Mentor program
401(k) with 6% match
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Location: On site in Knoxville, TN
The position is responsible for performing confidential research and investigations of money laundering and other financial crimes with the suspicious activity monitoring (SAM) team of BSA Compliance.
Responsibilities
Analyze client account transactions from various internal monitoring sources, including the bank’s automated transaction/scenario monitoring system (Actimize), to detect potentially suspicious activity. Make decisions on appropriate action to take regarding the need for further investigation.
Adhere to internal BSA Compliance SAR team procedures by documenting the summary of investigative findings (e.g., thorough notes supporting decisions, including copies of supporting documents such as statements/checks, media search results, results from internal system searches, etc. as needed).
Perform investigative cases for review and approval by management, including preparation of Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR) to be submitted to FinCEN.
Assist with performing duties associated with manual monitoring reports and processes, if requested by management.
Ensure all investigative tasks are completed on a timely and accurate basis, including meeting established federal and internal timelines and standards.
Participate in exams/audits by assisting in gathering data for regulators, auditors, quality control reviewers, and law enforcement.
Perform all other duties as assigned by management.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No supervisory responsibilities
Qualifications
At least 5 years or more of prior banking experience.
5 years or more of direct experience with either Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) Compliance, Fraud, or other financial crimes-related investigations/monitoring.
Bachelor’s degree preferred; ideally with emphasis on financial, audit, law enforcement, or other risk-related field.
Prior experience with automated transaction monitoring systems, especially NICE Actimize, is a plus.
Strong ability to organize and prioritize workflow, ensure accuracy and attention to detail, and to work independently while taking ownership of assignments.
Computer and Office Skills
Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
None required, but CAMS, CAFP, or equivalent is a plus.
Benefits
Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision
HSA with company match
Maternity and parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Mentor program
401(k) with 6% match
More — FirstHorizon.com/First-Horizon-National-Corporation/Careers/Our-Benefits
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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