Compliance Specialist

AVP Compliance Officer – To $120K – Des Plaines, IL – Job # 3500 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 an AVP Compliance Officer role in the Des Plaines, IL area. The position is responsible for ensuring that our bank operates in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. This role involves developing, implementing, and maintaining compliance programs, conducting risk assessments, and providing guidance to the business units.  This is a “hands on” position , working with all functional areas within the bank. The opportunity has a generous salary of up to $120K and a benefits package.  (This is not a remote position). AVP Compliance Officer responsibilities include: Develop, implement, and maintain the bank’s compliance programs. Conduct regular risk assessments and compliance audits. Monitor and report on compliance with regulatory requirements. Provide guidance and training to business units on compliance matters. Investigate and resolve compliance issues and complaints. Prepare and submit compliance reports to senior management and regulatory bodies. Stay up-to-date with changes in laws and regulations affecting the bank’s operations. 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: Strong knowledge of banking regulations and compliance requirements. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Professional certifications such as CRCM, CAMS, or similar are preferred. Experience or working knowledge of a variety of different compliance areas including but not limited to   CRA, BSA, Retail/Deposit regulations, Reg E, Reg CC, Fair Lending, Equal Credit Opportunity Act, Truth-in-Lending Act, Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act, Fair Housing Act, Home Mortgage Disclosure Act, Flood Disaster Protection Act, Fair Lending, Reg O and USA Patriot Act. The next step is yours. Email us your current resume along with the position you are considering to: resumes@symicorgroup.com

Seeking a strong high end accountant/controller for 10-15 hours per week at an Everett based commercial property management and trust real estate administration firm. Duties to include commercial property accounting, cash flow, budgeting, real estate transactions and one-off projects. You may give direction to staff for their part of accounting projects and outline projects for others to complete. This position will be a great fit for someone who is hands on, can offer efficiency methods and enjoys being highly valued and working with friendly and well-trained co-workers in a fast-paced environment. Flexible schedule available Monday – Friday. Competitive wage range of $40 to $45 per hour DOE. Please reply with your resume and a cover letter that includes your relevant experience and desired schedule. Qualifications: • 7+ years of applicable accounting experience • QuickBooks experience preferred • Proficient in GAAP, Accounting & Excel • Multi-company accounting required • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously • Manage projects and follow through to completion • Commercial property or real estate transaction experience beneficial • Detailed-oriented, efficient and organized • Open to change and process improvements • Friendly, positive, can-do attitude Only qualified applicants who respond as requested will be contacted.

The United States Department of State, Bureau of Political-Military Affairs, Office of the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (PM-DDTC) is responsible for the regulation of defense trade through the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) and its implementing regulations, the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). DDTC regulates temporary and permanent exports and the temporary import of defense articles, defense services, and technical data involving items on the United States Munitions List (USML). DDTC regulates the brokering of defense articles, defense services, and technical data. DDTC maintains the registration of manufacturers, exporters and brokers and issues export authorizations. DDTC administers the commodity jurisdiction process, a formal USG decision process to determine which specific items are controlled by the USML or by the Department of Commerce’s Export Administration Regulations. DDTC ensures compliance with the ITAR and AECA through its support of criminal enforcement actions undertaken by the Department of Justice, civil enforcement actions initiated in-house, disclosure program through which companies are encouraged to report violations they have discovered, and pre- and post-license checks to confirm that goods are being shipped as authorized by the export license.   Facilitates the registration of exporters, manufacturers, and brokers under Parts 122 and 129 of the ITAR under close supervision. In accordance with established office policies and procedures, reviews information submitted by registrants to meet the requirements of Section 122.2 concerning criminal violations or indictments under relevant statutes (Section 120.27), as well as foreign ownership and control, and notices of changes submitted as required under Section 122.4 concerning foreign ownership and control. Facilitates attendant review of mergers and acquisitions involving registrants. Resolves routine matters with regard to company registration and requests for change in registration and refers unique matters to supervisor and senior staff for resolution. Reviews and take action on license request that are the subject of a “Watch List” hold for enforcement reasons. The Watch List has entities that are suspected, alleged, indicted or convicted of civil and criminal violations of the AECA and ITAR and certain “enumerated statutes.” Action on a license hold is based on all available information (e.g., Watch List entry, office files and computer database searches), coordination with law enforcement and consultation with the supervisor. Takes initial action on all incoming voluntary disclosures from the defense industry on civil violations of the AECA and ITAR. Reviews and writes summaries of incoming voluntary disclosures to be triaged by the supervisor. For disclosures of a minor violation, create a computer record and draft a response for the chief’s signature. For incomplete disclosures, draft a letter with response deadline for the chief’s signature, maintain a tracking system and insure receipt of full disclosure information. For all other violations, create a computer record and assign to appropriate employee. Reviews various cases involving violations of the AECA or ITAR and after consultation with supervisor, plans an approach, conducts fact-finding, performs record searches and documents conclusions. Using generally established format as a guide, prepares letters of response for supervisor to pursue and close each case. Reviews and takes action on voluntary disclosures assigned by the supervisor, initially working minor violations. Follow office policies, procedures, and guidance received from the supervisor or senior specialist. Plan an approach, conduct fact-finding, perform search of records, attend meetings and then document findings. Initiate discovery of additional facts. Consult with supervisor and take action. Prepare letter for supervisor signature responding to the violation, including requirement for corrective action to close each case. Perform any follow-up as directed by supervisor. Performs record searches, reviews and analyzes license approvals, produces comprehensive reports of finding and provide information that support criminal investigations by the DHS ICE, FBI, and U.S. Attorneys. Participates in the Company Visit Program through periodic, domestic travel around the U.S to pre-selected defense companies. Gather information, prepare plan, conduct visit and report on findings. Maintains a list of parties debarred and ineligible to participate in the export of defense articles and services under the ITAR for use by the Department and the defense industry. Monitors compliance cases involving statutory debarment of individuals or companies convicted of violating the AECA. Reviews case files, indictments and court orders. Reports findings to supervisor. As directed, processes requests for reinstatement of export privileges upon termination of debarment. Engages with the Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S. (CFIUS) process. Reviews requests from the regulated public for advisory opinions regarding application of the ITAR, and prepares responses for review, approval and signature by supervisor. Reviews compliance issues arising from registration, mergers and acquisitions, CFIUS, and other contexts, and takes appropriate action as directed by supervisor. Performs special projects or tasks as assigned by supervisor or senior specialist. Performs all other duties as assigned, including escorting and administrative tasks. Reviews license requests referred from DTCL to ensure appropriate compliance with registration requirements. Initiates inquiry with and obtains appropriate documentation from US parties or other DDTC elements. Prepares final action for senior staff approval. Updates and maintains State Department’s Watch List database of entities of concern, both to comply with the AECA and to support foreign policy implementation via arms export licensing. Helps identify and implement technical improvements to the system. Helps monitor team efforts to expand and refine abilities, respond to shifts in workload, and maintain high quality work products. Coordinates and liaises with interagency non-proliferation and export control community on arms trafficking/proliferation matters involving the AECA and ITAR, as well as international export control outreach. Coordinates with the Office of Defense Trade Controls Licensing on compliance and enforcement matters, including license suspensions, revocations, denials, and eligibility to participate in defense trade. Helps coordinate plans and operations within DDTC to help identify and prevent violations of U.S. export laws and regulations and support remedial action, such as civil enforcement and/or prosecution of individual or corporate violators of the AECA/ITAR. Working with other DTCC staff, conducts pro-active outreach to the U.S. and foreign defense community to promote compliance with U.S. export laws and regulations. Speaks at government and industry conferences. Participates in Company Visit program activities. Responds to inquiries concerning compliance matters. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree or combination of post- high school education and three years of experience with regulatory compliance or civil or criminal enforcement. Good judgment and ability to work with supervision. Good interpersonal skills and ability to resolve disputes in a timely and professional manner. Good written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills. The candidate should be prepared to provide writing samples. Good organizational skills including the ability to assist on multiple projects consistent with established timeframes. Ability to synthesize information and develop recommendations for management based on an analysis of the information. Has working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs and be able to operate all office equipment including but not limited to: telephones, copy machines, fax machines, scanners, printers, and computers. May be required to travel within domestic and/or international. Requires at the minimum, a security clearance of Secret with the ability to obtain a Top Secret or Top Secret/SCI at the request of the COR. Other Duties:   Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  

We train and promote from within Excellent low-cost health benefits Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions Paid vacation and 10 holidays At Sierra Pacific Industries, we understand our greatest strength is the people who choose to build a career with us. We are a fourth-generation family-owned company that has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the United States. Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state-of-the-art sawmills and other facilities, including: manufacturing, custom wood-framed windows, fabrication, millwork, veneer, cogeneration, trucking, forestry, and other operations. Currently, we are seeking a qualified Senior Tax Accountant to be an integral part of the Company’s Tax and Accounting team with high-level responsibilities in tax and corporate accounting. This position will be located out of our main office in Anderson, California. About the Position Accumulate, analyze, and process financial accounting data to accurately prepare and file tax returns for various entity types and individuals in multiple states Ensure adherence to compliance related deadlines, including extensions, tax return filings, tax payments, and other tax filings Research tax laws and regulations, understanding the applicable tax implications for specific issues and effective planning Provide guidance, support and oversight of tax preparation work within the group Conduct thorough reviews of tax workpapers to ensure accuracy and completeness, and identify opportunities for improvement Effectively communicate with Company leadership and government agencies regarding tax-related matters Ensure that appropriate internal control measures are followed Provide support and financial analysis for special projects Multi-task, adapt to and manage changing priorities while staying organized and meeting expected deadlines Exercise discretion with sensitive and confidential information Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting Possess CPA license 5 years of progressive work experience specifically in tax accounting, return preparation and review Demonstrated knowledge of accounting standards and tax law Strong organizational, mathematical, analytical, and critical thinking skills to effectively resolve problems Willingness and ability to take on increasing responsibilities Skilled in leadership with excellent written and verbal communication skills Professional demeanor with the ability to work both independently and in a team environment Strong skills in Microsoft Suite of products (Excel, Word, Outlook) Why Join Our Team? Because this is more than an invitation, it's a commitment to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth to everyone! We ask people to grow with us and make the company even better. We provide an excellent benefit package including a full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low-cost premiums, a 401(k) with Company Match, additional Retirement Contributions, and company-paid Life Insurance. How to Apply If you are qualified and would like to join our team, please send a cover letter referencing this position and a resume to: Sierra Pacific Industries Human Resources PO Box 496011 Redding, CA 96049 (866) 378-8001 or apply online and view all our career opportunities at: spi.careers Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans. The general wage range for this position at Sierra Pacific Industries is from $110,000 and $150,000 per year, and is dependent upon a number of factors, including, but not limited to: relevant work experience, skill, knowledge, and/or education. About Our Company Sierra Pacific Industries is a fourth-generation family-owned company based in Northern California that started in 1949 and has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the U.S., employing around 6,500 crew members. Sierra Pacific continues to be a company where its employees are proud to work at state-of-the-art facilities and others strive to become part of the team. We own and sustainably manage more than 2.4 million acres of timberland in California, Oregon, and Washington. Our forests are sustainably managed under a 100-year plan by Registered Professional Foresters, Wildlife Biologists, Botanists, and other professionals. We are growing forests for our future, planting over 6 million new trees every year. In Spring 2024, we planted our 300 millionth seedling on our timberlands. This milestone was decades in the making, reflecting our commitment to sustainable forest management and ensuring we have forests not just for today, but for generations to come. Sierra Pacific effectively uses nearly 100% of every piece of wood we bring to our facilities. In fact, any small amount that isn't turned into hand-crafted doors and windows, millwork, lumber, or landscaping material is actually converted into electricity in our eight biomass-fueled power plants. We are proud that all Sierra Pacific facilities follow our drug-free and tobacco-free policies. As part of our safety in the workplace policy, an offer of employment is subject to a negative drug screen result. We use E-verify to verify the social security number and work authorization of all newly hired employees. Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.

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

Job title: Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper Reports to: Director of Accounting Classification: Full Time/Regular – health benefits after 60-day probationary period Hours worked: 35-40 hours per week; 5-day week Wage range: $24.00 to $28.00 DOE Campbell’s Resort offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package including Aetna Medical, Delta Dental, VSP Vision, USAble Life & Disability, a match 401(K) program as well as vacation time and the accrual of sick leave hours. Minimum Requirements • Knowledge of double entry bookkeeping. • Minimum of 3 years of professional bookkeeping experience. • QuickBooks Accounting System or similar knowledge. • Practical experience with cash reconciliation and deposits. • Helpful to have experience with ADP Workforce Now Time & Labor or similar. • Program knowledge in Excel along with other office/accounting software. Ability and willing to learn new programs. • Ten-key calculator and ten-key key computer board. • Proven skills with retention, accuracy, reconciliation, and organization in work experience. • Ability to follow accounting procedures, review historical data for consistent book entry, and develop tools to be successful with them. • Good listening and English communication skills. Ability to take direction and constructive input. • Self-motivated: can work without constant supervision. • Enthusiastic about serving/supporting the public and internal departments with a consistent positive attitude. • Ability to walk Campbell’s property during any season including staircases, able to carry up to 40lbs. Responsibilities: • Maintain consistency and integrity of daily transactions. • Responsible for restaurant and lodge deposits, preparing of banks for restaurant/pub daily operations. Using restaurant Excel spreadsheets enter data from squirrel reports and individual server cash-out drops. Note and prepare documentation for off ages. Complete journal entries for lodge and restaurant daily. Review all lodge reports for entry into JE form. File restaurant and lodge reports in appropriate locations. • Verify change boxes in lodge and restaurant, note discrepancies and report to Lead Accountant. Make additions/exchanges as necessary to balance. • Responsible for accounts payable invoice/bill processing and preparation for entry. Ensure that managers approve invoices before encoding. Review historical data to ensure consistent data entry. Prepare AP invoicing to facilitate AP Check runs. • Post manual checks on a timely basis. • Make timely AP payments and resolve problem accounts to prevent late charges. • Responsible for AR procedures for customer billing through the Maestro PMS; record in Quick-books & maintain AR subsidiaries & communication as needed. • Daily ADP time & Labor entries. Resolve questions in preparation for payroll processing twice a month. • Responsible for payables, receivables, deposits for small companies as assigned. Communicate Tenants who are late to Director of Accounting. • Maintain archive documentation according to archive schedule. • Archive and maintain physical data in archive room including paper destruction schedule with monthly shred bins. • Payroll backup: data entry and process if necessary. • Other duties as required. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a full time/regular position, expected work hours are based on seasonal volume, business demand, and hours of operation. Weekends and holidays are required. Must be flexible and willing to adapt schedule to meet business demands. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Be a part of a team that reconnects people with their family, friends and what is important. Work side-by-side with people who embrace fun, hospitality, and the golden rule. Come work in a fabulous resort setting on beautiful Lake Chelan. To apply visit our website: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=1e8305a2-ef4d-4b70-8f02-f18ddce85299&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US