AML Analyst - Canada Wide

Newton

1d • Remote

About The Position

Newton is seeking an AML Analyst to analyze and investigate unusual transaction reports and alerts generated by internal transaction-monitoring systems for potential financial crime concerns. The analyst will escalate cases considered suspicious and, when required, submit reports to FINTRAC. The role also provides analytical and operational support to the FIU AML department, advises other business lines on money-laundering and terrorist-financing concerns and policies, and identifies emerging risks in crypto to help develop preventative policies.

Newton describes its team as remote and spread across Canada. The company emphasizes customer-first integrity and transparency, collaboration, perseverance, adaptability, continuous improvement, creativity, and experimentation. Newton welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. AI tools may support parts of the hiring process, but final hiring decisions are made by humans.

Requirements

• Strong understanding and knowledge of AML policies and processes.
• At least 2 years of experience in AML investigations, detection, or intake.
• Ability to multitask and handle confidential information.
• Strong writing and report-creation skills.
• Ability to work independently and be accountable for completing required tasks.
• Bachelor's or college degree.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of financial fraud or crypto investigation experience.
• CAMS, CFE, or another relevant financial investigative certificate.
• French as a second language.

Responsibilities

• Review and investigate alerted cases and customers suspected of possible money laundering or terrorist financing.
• Review multiple monitoring and internal systems to supplement KYC reviews accurately and efficiently.
• Prepare accurate, detailed investigation reports for relevant stakeholders to meet internal and regulatory obligations.
• Provide analytical and operational support to the FIU AML department, including ad hoc assignments.
• Conduct sanctions screening, risk assessments, and AML reviews to ensure compliance with applicable sanctions laws and regulatory requirements.
• Advise other business lines on money-laundering and terrorist-financing concerns and related policies.
• Identify new money-laundering and terrorist-financing indicators related to crypto and develop preventative policies to mitigate associated risk.
• Escalate suspicious cases and submit required reports to FINTRAC.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level