Financial Crimes Investigator (Entry Level)
About the role
No prior experience required! We provide comprehensive training to help you build a career in financial crime compliance. As an Entry Level Financial Crimes Investigator, you will review transactions, identify suspicious activity, and support Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance.
Schedule
This is a work-from-home position. Employees must work from their designated home address; work cannot be performed from temporary, shared, or alternate locations to protect client and company information.
Company‑provided training (first three weeks): virtual participation from home, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM EST. Full attendance and active engagement are required.
Core hours (after training): Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM local time (subject to operational needs).
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and monitor transactional activity to identify potential suspicious activity
- Verify client identities and assess their relationships with financial institutions for Know Your Customer (KYC) purposes
- Interpret and implement client‑operating policies related to financial data
- Identify data anomalies and red flags for money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, sanctions violations, and escalate for second‑level review
- Write clear, concise reports summarizing findings and recommendations
- Use basic Excel functions and technology applications (Microsoft, internet) for analysis
- Adhere to designated timeframes and procedures to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks
- Submit written work product for review by internal quality control teams and make necessary adjustments based on feedback
- Meet production and quality standards while working collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment
- Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations and company policies, and client requirements related to Anti‑Money Laundering
Qualifications
- Completed bachelor’s degree required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to learn quickly
- Analytical mindset with attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with other Office tools
- Ability to work independently, adapt to feedback, and identify process improvements
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, filtering, sorting) and strong research skills are a plus
Pay
$40,000, with an increase to $42,000 after the initial 90‑day probationary period, contingent upon meeting performance expectations.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and defined contribution retirement plan benefits
- Paid time off and holidays (in accordance with local law)
- Professional development opportunities
- Collaborative work environment with global exposure