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.

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

Requirements

• 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

Skills

• 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