BSA Analyst
Summary
BSA Analyst at Bank First ensures compliance with anti-money laundering regulations by filing reports, reviewing transactions, and conducting due diligence in a community-focused banking environment.
Why Work at Bank First
At Bank First, we’re not just a bank—we’re a community. Consistently ranked among the top-performing banks in the U.S. and Wisconsin, and recognized by American Banker as one of the “Best Banks to Work For”. We combine professional excellence with a culture that truly values people. When you join Bank First, you’re joining a team that invests in your growth, supports your well-being, and celebrates your contributions.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Imagine a workplace where:
- Your career growth is supported through training, mentoring, and advancement opportunities
- Flexibility allows you to balance work and life without compromise
- Your contributions directly impact guests and communities you care about
- You’re part of a culture built on respect, collaboration, and empowerment
At Bank First, you don’t just fill a role—you make a difference. Every interaction matters, and every team member helps shape the experience our guests love.
About the Role: Bank Secrecy Act Analyst
A dedicated and detail-oriented individual is needed for the role of BSA Analyst. This position, based in Wisconsin, is essential in ensuring compliance with BSA/AML regulations and supporting the broader Financial Crimes compliance efforts within the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and File Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs): Ensure accurate and timely preparation and filing of Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Review Cash Activity for Aggregate CTR Filing: Conduct thorough reviews of cash activity, identifying transactions requiring aggregate CTR filing.
- Manage Monetary Instrument Log Entries: Maintain meticulous records of monetary instrument transactions to meet audit and compliance requirements.
- Prepare Designations of BSA Exempt Persons: Generate and submit exemptions of individuals or entities exempt from certain BSA requirements and complete annual reviews of exempt persons.
- Conduct Daily Tasks Critical to BSA Compliance Department: Execute routine tasks vital to the smooth functioning of the BSA compliance department, ensuring operational efficiency.
- Conduct Customer Due Diligence Reviews: Perform comprehensive customer due diligence reviews, identifying and mitigating potential compliance risks.
- Review Transaction Monitoring Alerts: perform triage review of monitoring alerts for potential identification of suspicious activity.
- Act as a Liaison Between BSA Compliance and Other Bank Departments: Foster effective communication and collaboration between the BSA Compliance department and other bank departments, facilitating coordination and adherence to laws and regulations.
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