AML Analyst - SAR Writing & Financial Investigations

AML Analyst

Job Description
*** Only qualified AML Analyst candidates located near the New Castle, DE area will be considered due to the position requiring an onsite presence
*** Required Education Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience Preferred Certifications CAMS Certification preferred Required Experience 1-5 years of experience reviewing customer transactions and information for potentially suspicious activity and performing AML or financial investigations Experience writing and preparing Suspicious Activity Reports SARs in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements Experience conducting financial investigations and analyzing transaction activity Good job tenure required Tech Skills Knowledge of laws and regulations applicable to money laundering terrorist financing and financial and securities related crimes Knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act BSA requirements Knowledge of USA PATRIOT Act requirements Knowledge of US Treasury AML guidelines Knowledge of OFAC SEC FINRA FRB and FinCEN requirements Knowledge of SAR requirements Knowledge of Senior Public Figures Money Service Businesses Wealth Management and Retail Banking preferred Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft Access Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook Strong research skills including experience with online search tools Soft Skills Strong writing analytical and communication skills Excellent organizational time management and project management skills Strong attention to detail and follow up skills Ability to multitask and complete projects on time Self starter with strong organizational skills Ability to work independently without supervision Responsibilities Review system generated and manual cases for activity conducted by client customers Manage a caseload of investigations and perform analysis and follow up from beginning to completion according to AML procedures and policies Document and report case review and investigation findings and prepare case files for review Conduct research using available bank systems the Internet and databases consistent with investigation requirements Collect and examine financial statements transaction data and other documents to identify unusual transaction patterns Follow up with additional Points of Contact POCs to obtain information supporting investigations Document all research and analysis conducted in the Case Management System Create Suspicious Activity Reports SARs and recommend relationship retention or termination Track account closures as required Liaise with other compliance investigation business legal surveillance and law enforcement teams where applicable