Anti-Money Laundering Associate

Elliott Davis • Nashville, TN

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The AML Associate will demonstrate an analytical and compliance-focused approach working with the Financial Services Group (FSG) within the Audit Practice. The associate will support financial institutions by providing independent assessments of AML compliance frameworks and controls through structured audit support.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of AML experience in a bank, consulting firm, or financial services institution.
• Familiarity with the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), USA PATRIOT Act, and relevant FinCEN guidelines.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and compliance platforms.

Nice To Haves

• CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of AML-focused audit procedures, including reviews of Customer Identification Programs (CIP), Know Your Customer (KYC) files, and Beneficial Ownership documentation.
• Evaluate client controls related to Transaction Monitoring, Suspicious Activity Reporting (SARs), and Currency Transaction Reporting (CTRs).
• Evaluate multiple BSA/AML models to assist our clients with the complexities of the model and ensure the system is running as intended.
• Support audit documentation and reporting related to AML controls and risks.
• Research and analyze new regulatory developments related to AML compliance.
• Help evaluate the effectiveness of policies and procedures, making recommendations to improve alignment with industry best practices.
• Partner with team members to provide insight into AML-related risks during broader audit engagements.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of the practice.

Benefits

• generous time away and paid firm holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s
• flexible work schedules
• 16 weeks of paid maternity and adoption leave
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave
• 4 weeks of paid and caregiver leave (once eligible)
• first-class health and wellness benefits, including wellness coaching and mental health counseling
• one-on-one professional coaching
• Leadership and career development programs
• access to Beyond: a one-of-a kind program with experiences that help you expand your life, personally and professionally

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed