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Job Purpose & Scope

Responsible for risk mitigation through the design, implementation and testing of controls, along with system administration and process enhancement as it relates to the Bank OZK Financial Crimes Risk Management (FCRM) program. Ensures first and second line control reviews are performed timely, applies effective challenge and shares results with relevant internal and external stakeholders. Functions as an administrator for the various platforms leveraged by FCRM, providing error resolution and process enhancement recommendations.

Essential Job Functions

+ Collaborates with business lines, operations, technology, risk management and other internal and external stakeholders to maintain effective financial crimes controls.

+ Participates in initiatives to assess and mitigate financial crime and operational risk exposure.

+ Oversees control management and annual reviews for related processes performed outside of the FCRM department.

+ Contributes to strategic plans, risk assessments and initiatives supporting the Financial Crimes program.

+ Develops innovative solutions to enhance controls, increase efficiency, and maintain accurate reporting and records.

+ Partners with technology and data science teams to leverage and enhance data consumption, accuracy and integration for Financial Crimes analytical purposes.

+ Independently seeks out and participates in training and forums to remain current on analytical tools, developments, and migration plans.

+ Manages, customizes, and supports cloud-based platforms to enhance business processes, communication and document management.

+ Supports automation efforts by gathering business requirements for designing and testing process-enhancing workflows and macros.

+ Acts as FCRM subject matter expert regarding the impact of technological advancements on the Financial Crimes Programs, including artificial intelligence, blockchains and cloud computing.

+ Maintains proficient use of the Bank’s automated software systems.

+ Reviews FCRM program data and processes to identify concerns or issues that may arise regarding BSA/AML or Fraud. Provides clear and insightful feedback or recommendations to FCRM management and stakeholders as appropriate.

+ Gathers documentation to and provides operational or analytical support to management for upcoming audits and regulatory examinations, as requested.

+ Performs other tasks and assists other teams within FCRM as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

+ Comprehensive knowledge of the FFIEC Examination Manual.

+ Comprehensive knowledge of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and fraud prevention and detection processes, investigative techniques and advanced research methods.

+ Comprehensive knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and reporting requirements (including Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), USA PATRIOT Act, US Treasury AML guidelines and OFAC requirements).

+ General knowledge of data governance, data management, and data quality.

+ Ability to design, implement, and coordinate testing, quality assurance/control, and/or secondary review and feedback processes, or other related auditing or compliance processes.

+ Ability to identify and comprehend new and existing AML and fraud schemes, trends, threats and tactics.

+ Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment in decision making and maintain confidentiality.

+ Ability to manage multiple priorities and demonstrate flexibility and professionalism in a continually changing environment.

+ Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, including ability to present case facts to management and relay technical information to nontechnical persons.

+ Ability to work extended hours, including nights and weekends, and travel for business purposes, including overnight stays, as needed.

+ Ability to demonstrate initiative and work independently, without supervision.

+ Ability to demonstrate effective organizational, time management and project management skills.

+ Ability to maintain attention to detail.

+ Proficiency with AML/Fraud alert and case management software, such as Verafin.

+ Proficiency using computers and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

+ Proficiency designing logic-based workflows and macros.

+ Proficiency in computer-based coding languages and formula building.

Basic Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field, or commensurate work experience, required.

+ 7+ years of work experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Fraud Prevention and/or Detection (or comparable field), preferably in the financial industry, required.

+ 2+ years of experience designing and resolving logic-based task sequences and automations (SharePoint, Nintex, PowerApps, etc.) required.

+ 2+ years of experience writing and interpreting computer-based coding languages (VBA, SQL, HTML, CSS, etc.) required.

+ Professional Certification (CAMS, CFE, CBAP, CRCM) or other related certifications, or willingness to obtain, preferred.

Job Expectations

Job Expectations: O perate customary equipment and technology used in a business environment, with or without accommodation.

Note: This description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions, duties, skills, and job standards required. Other job functions, duties, skills, and standards may be added. Management reserves the right to add or change the job requirements at any time.

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EEO Statement

Bank OZK is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law. Member FDIC.