Senior Associate, Financial Crimes

About the Role

The KPMG Advisory practice is at the forefront of transformation, offering excellent opportunities for individuals to advance their careers and expertise. We foster a collaborative, team-driven culture that prioritizes personal and professional development, creating new pathways for growth in an ever-changing market environment. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority, with a wealth of learning opportunities, a world-class training facility, and leading market tools to support continuous growth.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading teams on complex financial crimes advisory engagements, including AML, sanctions, and fraud-related assessments, gap analyses, and remediation efforts.
• Contribute to the execution of client solutions that address regulatory requirements, enhance operational efficiency, and mitigate financial crime risks.
• Drive the development of high-quality work products, fostering skill development for team members and building trusting, collaborative relationships with client stakeholders.
• Provide input into engagement decisions such as solution offerings, work plans, timelines, budgets, project management, and resource allocation.
• Aid management in identifying business development opportunities and managing engagement risk.
• Maintain awareness of industry issues, trends, and emerging regulatory requirements, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of recent experience in financial crimes compliance, AML, sanctions, fraud prevention, or related areas.
• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or related field; advanced degree (MBA, JD, etc.) and/or certifications (CAMS, CFE) preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Solid understanding of money laundering schemes, AML regulations, sanctions, and emerging trends in financial crimes (e.g., cryptocurrencies, digital banking).
• Experience examining or enhancing financial crimes compliance programs, such as internal audits or remediation efforts.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, presentation, and writing skills.
• Ability to travel as needed; authorization to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Benefits

KPMG offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and personal well-being benefits. Eligible employees receive Personal Time Off and observe designated holidays, including year-end and July 4th breaks without using PTO.

Pay

California Salary Range: $80,465 - $162,380. Salary is determined based on skills, experience, certifications, and market considerations. For salary ranges outside of California, visit this link.