Senior FIU Analyst

Payoneer • New York City, NY

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About The Position

The Senior FIU (SAR/STR) Analyst will be part of the New York Compliance team and report directly to the FIU Team Lead. The FIU team handles all cases escalated by the Risk Investigations team, covering global reporting requirements. Review and investigate cases escalated by the Risk Investigations team to identify potential Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing, Fraud, Tax Evasion, etc. Write and review Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR/STR) for FinCEN and other applicable agencies globally. Stay updated on regulatory changes and emerging AML typologies to ensure quality reporting. Maintain accurate and thorough recordkeeping/logs, reflecting outcomes of investigations (decision to create or not create a SAR/STR). Propose procedure and investigation enhancements to improve SAR/STR investigation quality. Support data requests related to regulatory, testing, and audit responses.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (CAMS, CFCS certifications or similar)
• Minimum 3+ years of SAR/STR writing experience in Financial Crimes Investigations / Suspicious Activity Reporting
• Strong research, analytical, and investigative skills, including familiarity with public record research and database tools
• Comprehensive understanding of relevant regulatory requirements
• Ability to multitask while maintaining high attention to detail
• Ability to handle highly confidential information
• Strong communication and writing skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Eligible to work/live in NYC

Nice To Haves

• FinTech or payments experience is a plus but not required

Responsibilities

• Review and investigate cases escalated by the Risk Investigations team to identify potential Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing, Fraud, Tax Evasion, etc.
• Write and review Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR/STR) for FinCEN and other applicable agencies globally.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and emerging AML typologies to ensure quality reporting.
• Maintain accurate and thorough recordkeeping/logs, reflecting outcomes of investigations (decision to create or not create a SAR/STR).
• Propose procedure and investigation enhancements to improve SAR/STR investigation quality.
• Support data requests related to regulatory, testing, and audit responses.

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance (individual plan 100% covered) and FSA
• 401K with employer match
• Fitness reimbursement
• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave
• Learning and development opportunities
• Fun office culture with supportive leadership
• Exciting social events, including happy hours, birthday celebrations, and Friday lunches
• Community engagement opportunities
• Relaxed dress code

What This Job Offers

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