Redwood Credit Union

Compliance Analyst

Redwood Credit Union$87K — $114K *
Napa, CA 94558In-Person
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in financial services, regulatory compliance, or internal audit.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of laws and regulations related to financial institutions.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Attention to detail with the capability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Ability to work independently while maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct in-depth analyses on regulatory changes affecting financial institutions.
  • Research legal questions and prepare compliance documentation for various departments.
  • Develop and implement compliance and training programs across the organization.
  • Prepare reports for compliance management and support projects related to audits.
  • Identify and report audit deficiencies and monitor remediation plans.
  • Manage compliance-related projects, coordinating between departments to ensure legal requirements are met.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) program with employer matching.
  • Competitive time-off policy including 11 paid holidays and your birthday off.
  • Employee performance incentive plans for financial rewards.
  • Unique loan programs to support employee needs, including immigration and home purchase assistance.
Full Job Description
Redwood Credit Union is looking for a Compliance Analyst, who will be responsible for proactively identifying and evaluating risks and controls, completing regulatory compliance analysis and research, identifying issues and/or areas for improvement in efficiency or effectiveness, and working with management in developing actions plans to ensure risks are effectively mitigated and issues are corrected. Work with broad discretion on assignments of a varied and diverse nature. Plan, organize, and perform other Compliance activities and projects.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance:
• Review and conduct in-depth analysis on regulatory and legal changes affecting financial institutions to determine applicability and impact to RCU.
• Research regulatory/legal questions for other departments as assigned.
• Prepare and present analysis summaries and findings to RCU management to assist in decision-making.
• Independently work with RCU departments to implement legal requirements and ensure changes to products, services, and processes comply with applicable legal requirements.
• Create and manage compliance programs and training programs.
• Review advertisement, forms, letters, and disclosures for other departments as assigned to ensure compliance with applicable legal requirements.
• Prepare revisions to Credit Union disclosures.
• Prepare written reports and analysis for Compliance management.
• Assist on projects, exams, audits, and other tasks as assigned.
• Provide excellent service to all Members and internal clients.
• Prepare currency transaction reports in compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act.
• Manage projects required to implement regulatory and legal changes, including setting project goals, coordinating efforts between multiple departments, and monitoring for effectiveness.

Risk Management:
• Independently work with RCU departments to identify and mitigate risks to the line of business, including compliance, business continuity, and internal controls.
• Collect and prepare information for business continuity planning.

Audit:
• Collect and prepare information for both internal and external audits.
• Document audit procedures performed or coordinated/supported.
• Maintain audit work papers and documentation.
• Develop and monitor remediation plans resulting from any deficiencies identified in audits.
• Submit all audit work (i.e., planning, programs, work papers, reports, etc.) to the Compliance Manager for review prior to issuance of final reports.
• Administer compliance testing program and monitors result status.

Administration:
• Assist with department budget preparation and perform legal expense analysis.
• Complete monthly report(s) and maintain records of time usage.
• Manage and administer RCU's forms library.
• Manage and administer RCU's Management Procedures Manual.
• Attend training as designated by Compliance Manager.

Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Comprehensive knowledge of laws, regulations, principles, and processes related to financial institutions.
  • Strong analytical/problem solving, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Possess insight and judgment to initiate timely and appropriate action.
  • Meticulous attention to detail.
  • Skill in the operation of a PC with the use of Microsoft Office software and Browser based applications; ability to navigate internet and intranet applications.
  • Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups of people
  • Ability to effectively research and report on complex legal issues.
  • Ability to organize, coordinate and prioritize a variety of activities simultaneously with limited supervision.
  • Ability to act independently and confidentially, using discretion, and tact.
  • Ability to distinguish and manage confidential material and information.
  • Ability and desire to work in a team environment, with ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a diverse environment, including working with other departments.


Licenses and Certifications

  • Compliance Officer Certification (NCCO, CUCE, or equivalent) is desirable.


The ideal candidate has a combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in business, pre-law, or related with a minimum of five years experience in financial services industry; regulatory compliance or financial institution internal audit.

Compensation: base starting range $42.00 to $55.00 per hour commensurate with experience.

Our base salary starting range is based on scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal peer equity. We offer a competitive total rewards package including a wide range of medical, dental, vision, financial, and other benefits.

Redwood Credit Union offers a robust benefits package to our eligible employees including:
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance, mental health offerings
• Employee performance incentive plan
• Salary Advancement- Merit increase based on performance
• 401(k) program with employer match
• Time Off- Competitive PTO accrual plus 11 paid company holidays and your birthday off!

RCU Discounts and Perks:
• RCU employees are eligible for a .75% discount off RCU standard collateral auto loans
• RCU employees are eligible for a 1% discount on all recreational or boat loan products
• 2% discount off Visas and LOC Loans through RCU
• 0% interest loan to support employees with various immigration related expenses such as visa application fees and relocation costs. Loan amount up to $1,000.
• 0% interest loan to support employees with expenses associated with the naturalization process. Loan amount up to $15,000.
• 0% interest on garment, fitness, or home office equipment loan of up to $500
• 100% financing for employee purchased homes!

Physical Requirements:
• Ability to attend offsite conferences which may include travel by car or air.
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, walk, twist, and turn.
• Ability to use a computer keyboard and calculator.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally.
• Work environment is indoors, majority of the time is spent sitting at a desk.

*Redwood Credit Union is not offering Visa transfers and/or sponsorships for this position.

Internal Team Members: If you are a current Team Member, please apply through the internal careers page located in RCUNET.

About Redwood Credit Union

Redwood Credit Union (RCU) is a full-service financial institution serving the North Bay and San Francisco. RCU offers complete financial services including checking and savings accounts, auto and home loans, credit cards, online and mobile banking, business services, commercial and SBA lending, investment and financial planning services, and more. RCU has over $6.5 billion in assets and serves over 400,000 Members with full-service branches from San Francisco to Ukiah, more than 30,000 fee-free network ATMs nationwide, and convenient, free online and mobile banking. RCU is committed to serving the communities it serves, with donations and volunteerism supporting local organizations and causes. RCU is also committed to environmental sustainability, with a focus on reducing its carbon footprint and supporting green initiatives.
Learn more about Redwood Credit Union
Size
700 employees
Industry
Founded
1950

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