Compliance Program Lead

Sr. Risk Officer – To $150K – Boca Raton, FL – Job # 3388 Who We Are The Symicor Group is a boutique talent acquisition firm based in Lincolnshire, IL & Rockport, TX. Our nationally unique value proposition centers around providing the very best available banking and accounting talent. In fact, most of our recruiters are former bankers or accountants themselves! We know how to evaluate the very best banking and accounting talent available in the market. Whether you are a candidate seeking a new opportunity or a bank or company president trying to fill an essential position, The Symicor Group stands ready to deliver premium results for you. The Position Our client is seeking to fill a Sr. Risk Officer role in the Boca Raton, FL area. The position is responsible for strategic planning and oversight of enterprise-wide risk management appetite framework, policies, programs, processes, personnel, reports, and systems for managing and monitoring risk exposure derived from all banking and financial services activities. This position comes with a generous salary of up to $150K and full benefits package. (This is not a remote position). Sr. Risk Officer responsibilities include: Directing, administering and overseeing risk management activities in accordance with the goals and objectives established by the CEO and the Board of Directors. Serving as the primary liaison between bank management and the Board of Director’s Committee. Assuring that the bank and its business units adequately identify, measure, monitor and control the bank’s credit, interest rate, liquidity, price, operational, compliance, strategic and reputation risks relative to the products, services, and activities for which they are responsible. Integrating risk management with strategic goal setting and business planning. Reviewing third party independent reviews of risk, including but not limited to external loan review reports, compliance reports, regulatory examination reports, stress test results and any other reports or information that identifies, measures, monitors or assesses risk. Establishing and maintaining a compliant enterprise-wide Risk Appetite Framework, Risk Assessment System and risk management methodologies, tools and techniques. Establishing an early warning or trigger system for breaches of the bank’s risk appetite or limits. Ensuring policies and procedures meet legal, regulatory or contractual requirements. Providing clear directions and oversight on strategic goals and their accomplishments, translating and prioritizing them into business and performance measures for responsible business units. Contributing to the development of business unit strategy by providing a view on potential improvement for risk management policies and procedures, including an assessment of the existing situation and anticipated changes in the external environment. Managing and developing comprehensive processes for assessing, identifying, monitoring and reducing business risks that could impede the Bank’s objectives and goals, while minimizing duplication and maximizing efficiency. Developing and implementing plans for the infrastructure of risk management systems, processes, and personnel designed to accommodate the growth objectives of the Bank and associated regulatory compliance responsibilities. Directing the assigned staff in executing the risk-based plan for all internal reviews, compliance reviews, loan reviews, internal audits, and fraud investigations. Participating and consulting with management on emerging issues through effective, timely, and relevant communications. Attending Board of Director meetings, Audit Committee meetings, Regulatory meetings, management meetings, and other meetings as required. Who Are You? You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for an opportunity where you can pursue your interests and your passion. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but merely the starting point for your future. You also bring the following skills and experience: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting or Finance or related experience. Master’s Degree preferred. Ten or more years of experience in the risk management and/or compliance function in the financial industry, with extensive knowledge of laws and regulations from the regulatory agencies. Working knowledge of information security and cybersecurity practices and methodologies and understanding of technology. Detailed and extensive knowledge and comprehension of Banking policies and procedures. Proven leadership ability with excellent interpersonal communication skills necessary to maintain positive working relationships with all management and personnel at all levels. Ability to effectively communicate through written presentations and individual discussions with all levels in/out of the Bank. Strong organizational skills needed to coordinate multiple Bank priorities. Excellent judgment, decision-making, problem-solving and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, including the ability to negotiate, compromise and demonstrate diplomacy in sensitive situations and to interact effectively with senior management. Ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines. Ability to manage numerous simultaneous priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Ability to manage and develop personnel resources. Ability to disseminate information and guidelines clearly to employees and check for understanding. Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively as a team member. Exhibit a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality in handling and having access to sensitive information. Professional in appearance, and in verbal and written communication Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet. The next step is yours. Email us your current resume along with the position you are considering to: resumes@symicorgroup.com  

Do you have experience selling B2B? Want to make a generous commission while working from home? We are Ledgeroo (https://ledgeroo.com), a fast growing startup in the accounting education space seeking to be the “Duolingo of accounting”—meaning we break difficult concepts down into fun, bite-sized lessons. We launched with a free, beta version of our product in March of this year and have quickly scaled to thousands of users. The reviews have been phenomenal, with users calling Ledgeroo “life-changing” and a “divine intervention.” We have successfully cracked the code on making accounting and finance fun and accessible, and now that we’ve proven the concept, we’re ready to take over the world of business education! In the coming weeks, we are going to roll out V2 of our product—a new design that is sleek, modern, and gamified, with a $99 lifetime subscription price point. The one-time fee makes it a perfect sell for businesses that don’t want the headache of managing and budgeting for recurring payments. We are going to position Ledgeroo as workforce education, development, and retention tool. We are targeting accounting and bookkeeping firms, investment firms, banks, law firms, large enterprises, and local governments. Every organization in the world can benefit from having a workforce that can speak “the language of business.” This has the chance to be the highest ROI workforce education program that exists—especially when you consider that a typical accounting and finance training program can cost anywhere from $500 to thousands of dollars. We currently offer 12 courses, with plans for many more. In this role, you’ll build your own contact lists and close your own sales, and earn 50% of the revenues that you bring in. That’s right—50%! Think you can close a mid-size company on buying 100 subscriptions to upskill its workforce? You just pocketed $5,000. What about closing a city government on using its (already budgeted and accounted for!) employee development budget to purchase 1,000 subscriptions? That’s $50,000. There are budgets all across corporate America and government entities that are primed and ready to spend on a new, innovative solution to one of the world’s most ubiquitous problems—helping people understand how businesses really work. If you’ re hungry and assertive with high integrity and experience in the world of B2B sales (especially anything in the accounting or finance sector) we would love to hear from you. Let’s make this a monster year for both of us. Email us using the CL mail relay with the subject line “Let’s teach everyone accounting.” If that’s not the exact subject line, the email will not be read. This position is 100% remote and always will be.

Sr. BSA/AML Compliance Analyst – To $90K - Chicago, IL – Job # 3401 Who We Are The Symicor Group is a boutique talent acquisition firm based in Lincolnshire, IL & Rockport, TX. Our nationally unique value proposition centers around providing the very best available banking and accounting talent. In fact, most of our recruiters are former bankers or accountants themselves! We know how to evaluate the very best banking and accounting talent available in the market. Whether you are a candidate seeking a new opportunity or a bank or company president trying to fill an essential position, The Symicor Group stands ready to deliver premium results for you. The Position Our bank client is seeking to fill a Sr. BSA/AML Compliance Analyst role in the Chicago, IL  area. The position is responsible for performing BSA/AML activity monitoring, analytics, and reporting. (This is not a remote position). Sr. BSA/AML Compliance Analyst responsibilities include: Handle the more complex, higher-risk customers and alert types. Perform and document sufficient KYC/CDD Information to effectively support alert resolution. Conduct a detailed review of alerted transactions to identify if the activity is commensurate with customer relationships based on KYC/CDD information available. Apply technical knowledge to accurately assess the transactional activity by identifying risks, patterns and trends that could be related to money laundering and terrorist financing. Utilize internal systems, databases available, and internet research to gather information needed to support analysis and draw conclusions related to transactional activity. Prepare a write-up that adequately supports conclusions as to “why” the activity is reasonable for the customer or provide recommendations to escalate potential suspicious activity (as needed). Adhere to confidential policies, code of ethics, and follow policies and procedures relative to BSA/AML laws and regulations and best practices. Address feedback received from QC functions and incorporate into future work products. Other duties as assigned by the Chief BSA/AML/OFAC Officer. Who Are You? You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for an opportunity where you can pursue your interests and your passion. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but merely the starting point for your future. You also bring the following skills and experience: CAMS or CRCM certification is preferred. 5+ years of related experience with emphasis on BSA transaction monitoring; Knowledgeable of the laws applicable to money laundering, including the Bank Secrecy Act, the US Patriot Act, OFAC, and Suspicious Activity Reporting; Strong analytical skills are required to organize and analyze multiple, complete data sets as well as strong interpersonal and organizational skills; Excellent attention to detail and “follow through” skills; Strong technical and research skills and Excel skills; Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills; Ability to understand and draw conclusions from research conducted; Must have an ongoing sense of urgency and a high level of flexibility; Maintains current on BSA/AML/OFAC news and events as well as regulatory updates. PC proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel and knowledge of Database and Internet software. The next step is yours. Email us your current resume along with the position you are considering to: resumes@symicorgroup.com

We are looking for motivated candidates to join our team at Sanctuary Medicinals! Please apply below. Sanctuary Medicinals, a leading cannabis manufacturer and retailer, is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Accounting Manager to join our Finance Department. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong initiative, ready to take ownership of tasks with ambition and drive. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a fast-paced, evolving industry with a company committed to quality, compliance, and innovation. This role is primarily on-site in Littleton, MA with the possibility of some remote work. Ability to work after hours as needed for time sensitive items. Minimum of 45 hours per week required. Salary Exempt. Travel to other locations in MA, rare but as necessary. Cash Management · Monitor and analyze cash flow to meet financial obligations. · Record cash transactions in the general ledger in a timely manner. · Work with retail locations to ensure timeliness and accuracy of cash reporting and compliance with established control procedures. · Prepare monthly cash reconciliation reports to ensure general ledger balances are accurate. Accounts Receivable · Process and record sales transactions. · Maintaining records regarding payments and account statuses. · Researching and resolving account discrepancies. · Generating reports and statements for internal use. · Performing collection duties including sending bill reminders and contacting clients to discuss their accounts. Accounts Payable · Process and record invoices. · Responsible for scheduling and processing payments to vendors and suppliers through checks, ACH, or wire transfers, ensuring that all financial commitments are met on time. · Manage relationships with vendors, addressing any discrepancies or issues related to payments and ensuring adherence to all vendor agreements. Financial Statement Preparation and Financial Duties · At month-end reconcile balance sheet accounts and prepare financial statements to include balance sheet and profit and loss statements. · Assist in providing documentation during the annual external audit of financial statements. · Assist in providing documentation in the preparation of the annual income tax filings. · Primary contact in other regulatory or compliance audits, i.e., sales tax, workers’ compensation, etc. Physical Requirements · Sitting: Frequently required to sit for extended periods (up to 8 hours/day) at a desk or computer workstation. · Manual Dexterity: Must be able to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and standard office equipment such as calculators and copiers. · Vision Requirements: Close vision required for reviewing detailed financial data, spreadsheets, and reports. Long periods of time utilizing a computer. · Speaking & Hearing: Ability to clearly communicate verbally in meetings or via phone/video calls. · Mobility: Occasionally required to move about the office space to include stairs, to attend meetings or retrieve documents or engage with departments. · Lifting/Carrying: Occasionally may need to lift or carry files, boxes of documents, or office supplies (typically not exceeding 15–25 lbs). · Repetitive Motion: Frequent use of hands and wrists for typing and data entry. Click To Apply!!

BSA Analyst – To $75K – Hybrid Remote (St. Cloud, MN) – Job # 3245 Who We Are The Symicor Group is a boutique talent acquisition firm based in Lincolnshire, IL & Rockport, TX. Our nationally unique value proposition centers around providing the very best available banking and accounting talent. In fact, most of our recruiters are former bankers or accountants themselves! We know how to evaluate the very best banking and accounting talent available in the market. Whether you are a candidate seeking a new opportunity or a bank or company president trying to fill an essential position, The Symicor Group stands ready to deliver premium results for you. The Position Our bank client is seeking to fill a Hybrid Remote BSA Analyst role in the greater St. Cloud, MN. The position is responsible for performing BSA/AML activity monitoring, analytics, and reporting. The opportunity has a generous salary of up to $75K and a benefits package.  (This is a hybrid remote position). BSA Analyst responsibilities include: Administering the Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering Program and related procedures in accordance with Bank’s policies, procedures, and applicable federal regulations. Reviewing daily and monthly reports following the guidelines established for Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR). Reviewing Currency Transaction Reports (CTR) for adherence to established procedures and accuracy. Obtaining documentation and assisting with Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) Investigations and performing follow-up reviews as necessary. Monitoring all accounts that may be deemed as high risk and received from other sources in accordance with the established monitoring schedule. Performing analysis of the core application and AML system reports that identify potentially suspicious activity including case management. Analyzing cases involving suspicious activity and present to BSA Officer for review. Conducting research on the internet as part of the SAR investigations as instructed. Reviewing documentation for all new business and consumer accounts and verifying risk rating assigned to accounts per the Bank’s risk rating criteria. Reviewing new account documentation received from branches for accuracy and completeness. Providing recommendations for periodic BSA training to address areas of weakness noted in branch/lending procedures in support of annual BSA program training Other duties as assigned. Who Are You? You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for an opportunity where you can pursue your interests and your passion. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but merely the starting point for your future. You also bring the following skills and experience: High School diploma or equivalent required, some college desired. Three years of banking experience including branch/platform experience. Knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act regulatory requirements, including CTRs and SARs, and basic knowledge of banking regulations. Basic knowledge of the Bank’s services and products. Strong organizational and time management skills. Excellent communication skills including verbal and written. Computer literate, including knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint and internet search. The next step is yours. Email us your current resume along with the position you are considering to: resumes@symicorgroup.com

Job Overview and Responsibilities: Clean Properties Engineering is a small environmental consulting and contracting company. We seek an experienced bookkeeper who can manage accounts payable and receivable as well as managing professional and company certification renewals, and insurance policies. The bookkeeper will also fully support tax filing processes and CPA's preparation of financial reports and regularly recording financial transactions in Quickbooks software. If you have any available time left over, be willing to support the company in other ways, such as proof-reading data tables in our reports, stocking office supplies, and organizing files. Job Costing: We will train you to understand the nature of our work. Must be able to get involved in tracking ongoing project costs, such as helping to flag missing information. Also, you will ideally be regularly involved in following the flow of projects to maximize your ability to create invoices. We are interested in perhaps incorporating a job costing cloud software. Standards: We want a person who is bullish about accuracy; everyone makes mistakes but you should have systems in place to double-check your work, such as monthly bank reconciliations. Communications Ability: Must be able to communicate effectively with other members of the company. Must be comfortable making collections calls. Schedule: The position is for 18 hours per week on a flexible schedule with most hours occurring between 7 AM to 6 PM. Compensation: $35 per hour