BSA/AML Investigator
About The Position
The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) Investigator completes thorough investigations of potentially suspicious activity, including money laundering, fraud, and other financial crimes. The role performs investigative functions to support BSA/AML program compliance, handles basic to moderately complex financial investigations, prepares investigative narratives, and determines whether suspicious activity reports (SARs) should be filed. This position is full time and exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act; it is not eligible for overtime pay.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- One year of related experience.
- Basic knowledge of Private Banking, wire transfers, BSA/AML, OFAC, and FinCEN-related laws and regulations.
- Experience with search engines, case management systems, databases, and similar automation platforms.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with the Bank's mainframe systems and applications.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy, decision-making and problem-solving skills, interpersonal and negotiation skills, and verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Criminal Justice, Finance, or another related field.
- Experience in financial crimes/BSA/AML, fraud, law enforcement, or corporate security.
- Experience analyzing customer financial activity.
- Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or other applicable certifications.
- Strong presentation skills.
Responsibilities
- Perform investigative functions to assist BSA/AML with compliance with Anti-Money Laundering program requirements.
- Investigate basic, non-complex financial crimes involving suspicious activity, report fraud, money laundering, and other illicit activities.
- Prepare narratives summarizing investigation analysis.
- Review cases for completeness and accuracy.
- Determine whether a suspicious activity report (SAR) is required.
- Ensure compliance with approved BSA/AML policies and procedures, including case documentation.
- Work on basic to moderately complex financial investigations without assistance.
Benefits
- Paid vacation and sick time.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Disability benefits.
- Health Savings Account.
- Flexible Spending Account.
- Life insurance.
- Parental leave.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Associate Volunteer Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
