Loan Operations Compliance Analyst

MidFirst Bank is looking for an experienced professional to join the Loan Operations First Line of Defense Compliance team. This position is responsible for providing support to Loan Operations on a variety of compliance and regulatory matters, conducting on-site testing, and liaising between the Loan Operations department and internal and external testing groups. This role will track and validate open issues to ensure they are properly remediated, corrected, and closed. Our ideal candidate is motivated, detail orientated, and able to multitask and disseminate information quickly.

Position Description:

• Manage tasks related to Loan Operations testing events with Internal Audit, Compliance Testing, Enterprise Risk Management, and external regulators
• Provide analysis and guidance of applicable laws, regulations, and agency guidance upon request
• Perform various complex testing activities with minimal supervision, including the development of risk-based work papers, procedures, and templates to validate the effectiveness of control activities
• Document testing activities in accordance with department standards that clearly communicate the objective, scope, and supports the conclusions of testing findings
• Prepare effective, concise communication reports summarizing findings
• Verify remediation plans submitted by management identify the root cause, address control gaps, and are completed in a timely manner
• Partner with Loan Operations and other stakeholders within the Bank to drive efficiency, identify opportunities to improve processes, and build remediation plans where appropriate to resolve issues
• Develop Departmental programs, standards, policies, and procedures as needed
• Provide assistance to the Compliance Manager in completing Risk Assessments, fulfilling requests from business partners, and tracking audit results.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in a business related field
• 5+ years related work experience in banking services, preference given to candidates with experience in audit, compliance, legal, testing/monitoring, or lending operations
• CRCM, CIA, CPA, or other related certification is a plus
• Broad understanding of lending regulations or experience in regulatory research
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and ability to quickly learn and navigate various internal systems
• Ability to multitask and manage concurrent delivery of multiple projects
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with senior management
• Critical think able to analyze complex problems, identify patterns, and implement solutions
• This job is on-site in Oklahoma City