AML Sr Investigator

Posted Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 7:00 AM

People Drive Our Success

Are you enthusiastic, highly motivated, and have a strong work ethic? If yes, come join our team! At Cathay Bank – we strive to provide a caring culture that supports your aspirations and success. We believe people are our most valuable asset and we proudly foster growth and development empowering you to achieve your professional goals. We have thrived for 60 years and persevered through many economic cycles due to our team members’ drive and optimism.

Together we can make a difference in the financial future of our communities.

Investigator is responsible to conduct the transactional activity reviews and due diligence on potential AML risks associated with existing or potential customers with the purpose that the customer does not present undue legal, regulatory, or reputational risk to Cathay Bank.

Interface with branch/lending staff to obtain information related to their customer’s transaction activity and documentation provided.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintains a current knowledge of the Bank Secrecy Act and related anti-money laundering and OFAC regulations.
• Conducts account analysis to detect trends and patterns, irregular transaction behavior.
• Sends requests to account officers to provide supporting documentation on unusual transactions.
• Organizes and summarizes the analysis performed into cohesive and concise narrative to enrich the customer profile.
• Completes SARs (if necessary) in a timely manner.
• Ensures that analysis information and documentation is organized and maintained appropriately.
• Responsible for researching detailed information, including names and accounts provided by multiple sources to determine if there is evidence of criminal activity.
• Ensures accurate tracking of assignments and requests for documentation for proper tracking of deadlines, as well as following up on pending items in a timely manner.
• Coordinates with the AVP Manager to resolve issues, discuss patterns and trends, policy changes, etc.
• Other responsibilities assigned by the BSA Officer or designee.
• Regular overtime is required, this includes occasional weekend days.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong understanding of Financial Institutions business and relevant products/services.
• 3 or more years of investigative or related experience with specific emphasis on BSA/AML, SDD/KYC and OFAC.
• Familiarity with U.S. BSA/AML Laws/Regulations required.
• Strong analytical and problem resolution skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work well independently and with others.
• Ability to multi-task prioritize deliverables in a timely and effective manner.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities to meet business needs.
• Proficient in the Microsoft suite of products and Internet-based research.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related fields of business or finance, preferred.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

Cooperates and works effectively with others; recognizes, supports, and respects others.

Results of Bank’s BSA/AML examinations will be considered in evaluating the individual’s performance

OTHER DETAILS

$31.25 – $36.06 / hour
Pay determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
This position may be eligible for a discretionary bonus.

Cathay Bank offers its full-time employees a competitive benefits package which is a significant part of their total compensation. It is our goal to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs which includes, coverage for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health saving account (HSA) with company contributions, voluntary coverages, and 401(k).

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