Analyst, Financial Intelligence Unit
The FIU Analyst at Confidential Client is responsible for reviewing and analyzing potentially suspicious financial activities across various banking products and customer profiles. This role involves conducting detailed investigations, documenting findings, recommending case dispositions, and escalating issues as needed to support compliance with AML/BSA regulations. The position offers a fully remote or hybrid work arrangement and provides training to develop expertise in financial crime detection and regulatory compliance.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
You will join the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) as an analyst supporting anti-money laundering (AML)/Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) efforts. Working under established procedures and FIU leadership, you will review alerts and referrals, analyze transaction and customer data, document findings, recommend dispositions, and escalate matters that require deeper investigation.
- Review transaction monitoring alerts, internal/external referrals, and FIU work items per policy and timelines.
- Analyze transactional activity, customer profiles, account histories, prior investigations, and external research to identify potential financial crime indicators.
- Prepare clear, accurate review documentation and case narratives summarizing activity, research, findings, and rationale.
- Recommend alert dispositions (close, investigate further, file SAR) consistent with guidance; promptly escalate suspected suspicious activity.
- Manage assigned workload and priorities to meet deadlines and quality standards.
- Collaborate with FIU teammates and seek guidance from experienced investigators or leadership on complex matters.
- Identify and report observed trends, recurring issues, or process gaps to FIU management.
- Maintain and expand working knowledge of AML/BSA requirements, typologies, and enforcement trends through training and practical experience.
- Support special projects and other FIU priorities as assigned.
What We’re Looking For
This is an entry-level to early-career role designed for candidates who demonstrate strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and an interest in financial crimes compliance.
- Ability and willingness to learn AML/BSA regulatory requirements, SAR processes, and financial crime concepts.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage a deadline-driven workload while following established procedures.
- Analytical, research, and problem-solving skills; ability to recognize risk indicators and unusual patterns in transactional data.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills; able to summarize research and findings concisely.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); familiarity with transaction monitoring or case management systems is a plus.
- Team player who follows procedures, manages assigned tasks, and requests guidance when appropriate.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Criminal Justice, Risk Management, Compliance, or related field — or equivalent education/work experience.
- Entry-level role; prior professional AML/financial crime experience is not required. Relevant internships, coursework, or experience in banking, payments, fraud, compliance, investigations, data analysis, or research are beneficial.
- Interest in pursuing certifications such as CAMS or CFE is a plus but not required.
Location & Schedule
- Primary location: Manhattan, NY. This position supports hybrid work for candidates in the NYC Metro area.
- Remote option: the role is fully remote for candidates located in a set of approved U.S. states (24-state remote eligibility). Applicants should confirm remote-state eligibility during the application process.
- Employment type: Full-time (contractor engagement indicated for some hires).
Compensation & Employment Type
- Base salary range (as advertised): USD 50,000 – 70,000 per year.
- Employment type: FULL_TIME; CONTRACTOR (specific engagement terms will be confirmed by the client).
Why Join
- Structured training and hands-on experience in AML/BSA and transaction monitoring.
- Exposure to payments, fintech partnerships, and a variety of banking products.
- Opportunity to develop a compliance career path with potential for certification support and advancement within the FIU.
About the Confidential Client
The confidential client is a federally chartered financial institution focused on relationship banking and servicing a range of customers, including payments and fintech partners. The organization is committed to compliance and building a capable FIU to manage evolving financial crime risks.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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