Title 31 Analyst I

Description

Job Overview

The Wind Creek Hospitality Title 31 Analyst I reports to the Title 31 & AML Supervisor. The Title 31 Analyst I focuses on ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, procedures, and best practices related to the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and anti-money laundering (AML) efforts.  He/she is responsible for auditing transactional records prior to the information being reported, making required reports, and communicating exceptions and concerns to department management.  He/she is also responsible for identifying, investigating, and reporting potential suspicious activity in accordance with the casino’s AML Program.

Purpose

Our genuine engagement and positive energy provide guests an escape from their routine into our exciting fantasy world of fun, chance, and possibility, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and importance.

Value System

Our enthusiastic commitment to our purpose inspires and empowers us to do everything right, have fun, and be the best. We will be recognized fairly, elevating our levels of personal accountability, and focus on our customer. The resulting creation of wealth will grow opportunities for all.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Conducts assigned audits of transactional data to Title 31 recordkeeping entries to verify the accuracy and completeness of each entry
• Makes corrections to such records as necessary
• Submits accurate and timely Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) or their equivalents to the appropriate authority, as applicable
• Conducts assigned Title 31 reviews to identify potentially suspicious activity
• Investigates potentially suspicious activity.  Investigations include reviewing surveillance footage, casino reports, system information, etc.
• Analyzes the results of investigations and makes sound recommendations to management regarding the reporting of potentially suspicious activity
• Submits complete, accurate, timely Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) or their equivalents to the appropriate authority, as applicable
• Maintains records in accordance with applicable laws, procedures, and department standards
• Documents and communicates findings to correct and prevent errors in the casino’s records
• Assists with preparation of various special and recurring reports to include data used in presentations to members of the various Title 31 & AML working groups, reports used by other team members for Title 31 reviews, and other reports requested by management
• Maintains a current, detailed knowledge of the mechanisms for the submission of SARs or their equivalents
• Maintains a current, detailed knowledge of casino programs and systems used to provide data and other information used in the Analyst’s reviews
• Assists with the research and compilation of information for various projects including, but not limited to, due diligence procedures, the annual risk assessment, and AML Program updates
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Job Requirements (Please Ensure You Meet The Listed Requirements Prior To Applying)

• High School diploma or GED required or currently enrolled and successfully complete a GED program within 6 months from start date as a condition of continued employment
• Must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business or another related field OR one (1) year of verified auditing experience - required
• Microsoft Excel Test will be administered and must have an 80% pass rate- required
• Writing Test will be administered and must have an 80% pass rate-required
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, in English, both verbally and in writing, and understand and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram formats
• Excellent report writing skills required; documented experience with assembling information/data into executive summaries and detailed reports; documented experience in written communications with verifiable skills in English, spelling, punctuation, writing, and composition
• Ability to read, interpret, understand and apply applicable rules and regulations and internal policies and procedures
• Ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands
• Ability to compose reports and correspondence independently or from brief instructions
• Ability to meet goals and deadlines
• Have and maintain a stable, positive financial background and assume responsibility
• Possess a high level of maturity with leadership qualities and management capabilities
• Must be able to deal effectively with diverse departments and have flexibility to work in an ever-changing environment
• Willing to work odd and irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Willing to travel and participate in training as recommended or required
• Must have a valid and current State Driver’s License and an insurable driving record for purposes of driving company vehicles as required
• Must have an Occupational License (or the ability to obtain and maintain a license) pursuant to the Illinois Gaming Act and remain in good standing with the Illinois Gaming Board as a requirement for this position

Online applications are accepted at http://www.windcreekhospitality.com/Careers.  For internal employees please submit your Internal Job Posting Form to your property’s Human Resources office.