Entry Level AML Analyst

Job description

As an AML Analyst I, you will work with our clients (banks and non-bank institutions) to provide advice and counsel so that they ensure their financial compliance and to fight financial crimes. The purpose of this role is to detect and investigate unusual financial activity by performing detailed monitoring of moderate to complex account activity and ensure compliance with regulatory and operational policies.

You are on the front-line of making decisions as to how to keep our clients compliant with applicable law and regulations. As an Associate Analyst I, you research and analyze various sources of data and provide written summaries of recommendations and conclusions as it relates to the identification of suspicious or unusual financial activity. You will need to exercise discretion and judgment in the work, and must be able to work efficiently and independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

· Evaluate and monitor transactional activity to assess potential suspicious activity

· Interpret and implement client operating policies regarding financial data.

· Identify data anomalies and red flags for money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, and sanctions violations, and escalate for second level review.

· Adhere to all designated timeframes and procedures to ensure on time and accurate completion of work.

· Meet production and quality standards for completing assignments.

· Work and contribute in a team-oriented and collaborative environment to improve the analytical and reporting processes.

· Adhere to and comply with all applicable, federal and state laws, regulations and guidance, including those related to Anti-Money Laundering (i.e. Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act, etc.), as well as adhering to company policies and procedures and client requirements.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor's Degree

· Strong oral communication skills and ability to produce narrative and written summarizes clearly synthesizing recommendations and conclusions.

· Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.

· Proficient in Microsoft Excel & Microsoft Word, with ability to learn new technologies quickly.

· Ability to multi-task, work independently and as part of a team, establishing cooperative and collaborative working relationships.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Strong entrepreneurial spirit, highly collaborative, able to express ideas readily, manage change fluidly, able to influence and identify opportunities

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39,000.00 - $42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Knoxville, TN 37996: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location