FIU AML Analyst na Alma Bank

Alma Bank, headquartered in Long Island City, New York and having 13 branches located throughout Queens, NYC, New Jersey, Long Island, Brooklyn and the Bronx, brings personal service back to personal banking. We have genuine banking professionals ready to serve our customers and offer a full range of products and services. Alma delivers a private banking style experience to our business banking customers. Come join our winning team!  

Alma Bank is currently looking to hire an experienced FIU AML Analyst. Salary is commensurate with experience, and the range is between $70-$75k annually.

SUMMARY

The BSA FIU Analyst is responsible for conducting investigations and analysis of transactions to detect and report suspicious activity ensuring compliance with the BSA, USA PATRIOT Act, and related laws. Work with the FIU Manager to administer the Bank’s BSA Program and related procedures in accordance with the Bank’s policies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review and analyze alerts and cases generated from the transaction monitoring system to identify potentially suspicious activity.
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis on customer accounts, transactions, and patterns.
• Document findings clearly and concisely according to internal procedures.
• Prepare Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) ensuring the activity is clearly described for third parties within the required regulatory deadlines.
• Organize and prioritize work tasks, ensuring efficiency and alignment with risk-based priorities.
• Stay up to date on changes in AML regulations and internal policies to ensure compliance.
• Assist with scenario tuning in the transaction monitoring system.
• Contribute to other projects and initiatives as needed. 

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed herein are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent work experience).
• 2-4 years of banking or experience in AML compliance, financial investigations, or related fields.
• Familiarity with BSA/AML laws and regulations preferred.
• Experience with AML monitoring systems is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  
  

REASONING ABILITY

• Strong organizational, investigative, and analytical skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks effectively. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document findings clearly.
• Ability to analyze data, define problems, collect supporting evidence, and draw conclusions based on evidence. 
• Strong research skills involving customer and transaction data, including the ability to use internal and external sources to support investigations.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and collaborate with stakeholders across departments.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Professional, business setting.

BENEFITS: 

• Salary commensurate with experience.   
• Alma Bank employees work in an open and collaborative environment.   
• Alma Bank Offers its eligible employees a generous matching 401(k), excellent healthcare coverage (medical/dental/vision),
    short- and long-term disability, life insurance and long-term care options.
     

Alma Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages all applicants to apply regardless of age, race, sex, religion, color, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital or parental status, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy or other reason protected by law.  
   

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