Remote - Sr. Supervisor, BSA/AML

We’re looking for talented professionals, anywhere in the United States, to join us in bringing smart money management and payment solutions to everyone’s fingertips.

At Green Dot, we are evolving to a new and permanent “Work from Anywhere” model designed to maximize the benefits of remote work, promote and enable a strong culture of performance and connectedness, and attract the best and brightest talent who align with our entrepreneurial spirit and mission.

JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY:

The Sr. Supervisor, BSA/AML/OFAC Operations is responsible for supervising and leading the BSA/AML team by identifying and reporting emerging and evolving money laundering, terrorist financing and financial crime threats, and improving the overall process, team efficiency and consistency, to build a stronger defense. Additionally, the Sr. Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing Green Dot’s SAR filing process, as well as compliance with all BSA/AML/OFAC legal and regulatory responsibilities. 

• Coordinates and manages day-to-day activities within the BSA/AML program. 

• Effectively lead and manage a team of BSA/AML specialists, both on-shore and off-shore.

• Works closely with employees of each business unit, including members of senior management, to foster a team approach to managing compliance risk by constantly seeking ways to strengthen internal controls and/or employee training.

• Proactively identify emerging trends in the AML/BSA space and implement solutions for eliminating related risks

• Work closely on a daily basis with the BSA/AML Managers and the Sr. Director of AML Operations to assist them in development and implementation of policies and controls commensurate with new and evolving threats, and on all other matters assigned to that Officer under Green Dot’s BSA/AML/OFAC Policy and Procedures. 

• Identify operational red flags and address promptly with the assistance of BSA Operations Leaders.

• Utilize data & analytical skills to follow leads wherever they may go, develop complete pictures of suspicious activity and uncover new trends in fraudulent, money laundering and possibly terrorist financing behavior. Be able to get into the details to figure out what’s going on, but also step back and see the big picture.

• Implement and conduct internal controls around operational functions to ensure regulatory requirements are met. 

• Help devise and analyze results of existing transaction monitoring reports where further investigation is warranted, and take required action with cardholders based on analysis of activity. Find ways to streamline, automate or off-shore such processes wherever possible.

• Have familiarity both with Patriot Act Section 314a and 314b information sharing processes, as well as with Patriot Act Section 326 CIP and CDD requirements.

• Reviews new policies and/or procedures, as well as proposed changes to existing policies and procedures, from across the organization to ensure that any associated compliance risks are properly managed.

• Perform special projects and or other duties as assigned by Sr. Director of BSA/AML and or designee.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of BSA/AML/OFAC-related activities experience in financial services industry. Fintech or money transfer experience a plus.

• Experience conducting financial crime investigations, money laundering monitoring and/or investigations or other relevant BSA/AML experience. 

• Previous experience supervising or leading BSA/AML operations required.

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

• Creative thinker, with experience in fast-paced work environment.

• Regulatory experience a plus.

• SQL experience a significant plus

• CAMs certification a plus

• Must have excellent communication skills in all areas – in person, in writing and on the telephone.

• Experience with MS Office, particularly excellent Excel skills, and overall ability to learn and work with a variety of computer programs.

• Familiarity with creation of management reports and presentations.

• Must be organized, efficient, and professional.

• Must be extremely detail oriented.

• Must be able to work comfortably and effectively with a diverse group of staff members, regulatory officials, and law enforcement.

POSITION TYPE

Regular

PAY RANGE

The targeted base salary for this position is $68,800 to $105,100 per year. The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate’s geographical location.

Green Dot promotes diversity and provides equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We are dedicated to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work (and work environment) will be for everyone. Additionally, Green Dot provides reasonable accommodations for candidates on request and respects applicants' privacy rights.