Financial Intelligence Analyst - BSA

About the role

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

Role Summary: As a Financial Intelligence Analyst - BSA, you'll play a key role in protecting our customers and the bank from potential fraud and suspicious activities. You'll analyze account activity, investigate alerts, and make decisions that directly impact the bank's risk exposure. This role offers opportunities to grow your expertise in financial crime investigations and regulatory compliance while contributing to a strong ethical risk culture.

Responsibilities

• Investigate system-generated alerts, internal referrals, and customer activity to identify irregular or suspicious behavior.
• Analyze customer and transaction data using various systems and databases to assess potential risk.
• Document findings thoroughly in case management systems, including detailed narratives and, when appropriate, filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to address fraud or compliance concerns and share investigative insights.
• Monitor and report customer and account information, identifying trends and patterns to support proactive risk management.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of BSA/AML regulations and industry best practices through training and professional development.
• Assist with departmental initiatives such as data analysis, testing, reporting, and threshold tuning to strengthen fraud detection efforts.

Requirements

Associate's degree or equivalent experience in Risk, Compliance, Audit, Banking, Business, or Law Enforcement; 1+ years of experience in risk management, compliance, audit, banking, or related fields.

Qualifications

• Preferred: 2+ years of experience in risk, compliance, or fraud investigations.
• Preferred: CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) certification.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities and mentorship.
• Culture built on teamwork and respect.
• Chance to grow your career while helping protect customers and communities.
• Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
• Opportunities to connect with others through diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups.
• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and more.
• Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits.
• Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota, and Missouri.
• Recognized as a best place to work in the Midwest.
• Connect with the company on Facebook, LinkedIn and X.

Pay

The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role: $46,690.00 - $80,040.00 per year. Actual pay may vary based on factors including work location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications. For certain positions, total compensation may also include incentive, commission, or bonus opportunities not reflected in the posted base pay range.