Financial Crimes - Financial Crimes Data Analyst

What You’ll Do Sy stems Administration & Analytics

• Configure, test, and optimize fraud and Anti‑Money Laundering (AML) platforms to enhance detection capabilities, streamline alerting, and improve reporting workflows.
• Lead the development of dashboards and comprehensive reports providing visibility into fraud losses, Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) and Currency Transaction Report (CTR) volumes, case aging, and key operational trends.
• Regularly evaluate system performance and recommend targeted enhancements to improve detection accuracy and reduce latency.

• Maintain robust audit trails and ensure the completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of all regulatory reporting.
• Support periodic risk assessments and contribute to system tuning efforts to align technology and reporting practices with evolving regulatory standards.

• Draft, maintain, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs governing fraud detection, AML workflows, and system usage.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure SOPs reflect current operational practices and regulatory expectations, supporting consistency and compliance across the organization.

• Assist with Financial Crimes phone queue coverage to maintain service levels.
• Interview members to obtain relevant facts and support fraud identification efforts.
• Educate and coach members on identity theft prevention and response.
• Ensure system outputs align with investigative and operational needs.
• Contribute to strategic planning and continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Promote cross‑functional collaboration and drive enhancements that benefit the Financial Crimes department.
• Act as coordinator during active fraud incidents, participating in incident response meetings and organizing or relaying action items as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

• Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience, strongly preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in financial crimes, AML, or fraud analytics, strongly preferred.

• Demonstrated expertise with AML and fraud detection platforms (e.g., Verafin , Actimize, or similar).
• Advanced proficiency in data analytics tools and dashboard/report development.
• Experience using artificial intelligence and automation technologies within compliance workflows.

• Strong understanding of FinCEN reporting obligations and BSA/AML regulatory requirements, including AML, BSA, USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC, and FACT Act.

• CAMS, CFE, or similar financial crimes or fraud‑related certifications.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing and presentations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to research, analyze, and clearly present investigative findings.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with all levels of the organization.
• Keen attention to detail and ability to perform effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Minimum Days In Office per Week: 3 days per week;
  Tuesday and Wednesday in office required.
• Minimum Days In Office to Onboard: 14 Days

Health, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees working minimum 20 hours per week. Metro provides assistance toward premiums and copays and offers 100% coverage on prescription copays through the Prescription Drug Program.

Three weeks of paid vacation per year and 11 paid holidays, supporting work-life balance from day one.

Annual bonuses for all staff, including both annual performance bonus and annual vesting retention bonus.

401(k) retirement matching plan and Safe Harbor Plan. Metro contributes 3% regardless of employee contribution, ensuring your financial future is secured.

Wellness incentives, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account, and range of voluntary…