Suspicious Activity Report QA Officer

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We're always looking for bright individuals to join our growing organization. As a part of the First Financial Family, we will invest in your development and provide a dynamic work environment where you're challenged, valued and empowered every day. We strive to be the best destination for the industry's top talent, creating a diverse, collaborative workplace that celebrates innovation and change. We are one team, working together to get things done.

Job Description:

OFFICE LOCATION:

Abilene, Texas, United States

SCOPE/CONTACTS:

The Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) Quality Assurance (QA) Officer is responsible for reviewing, validating, and ensuring the accuracy and completeness of SARs filed by the bank and trust company. This role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry standards to mitigate financial crime risks and maintain strong relationships with regulatory bodies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct quality assurance reviews of SARs to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Verify that SAR narratives clearly articulate suspicious activity and meet regulatory expectations.
• Collaborate with investigators and analysts to resolve discrepancies and improve SAR quality.
• Maintain documentation of QA findings and provide feedback to enhance the SAR investigation and preparation processes.
• Monitor regulatory changes and update QA procedures accordingly.
• Assist in preparing reports for senior management, regulatory examinations, and audits.
• Ensure confidentiality and secure handling of sensitive information.
• Compile compliance training related to the position in a timely manner.
• Understand and comply with applicable laws and regulations that apply to SAR reporting.
• Comply with the bank's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and Information Security policies.
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned.
• Actively participate in the service culture, support the values of the organization, and follow established Bank policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three (3) to five (5) years of financial institution-related or government reporting experience required.
• Good proficiency with technology such as PCs and software/web-based products.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Suite of products, especially Word and Excel.
• High degree of self-motivation and ability to work autonomously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact well with internal and external stakeholders.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Risk-related certification(s), such as Certified Anti-money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or ABA Certified AML and Fraud Professional (CAFP) is preferred, but not required

The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to decide the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)