AML Analyst
Column· Compliance
Remote$30/hr - $35/hrFull-timePosted 11mo ago
About the role
AML Analyst role performing L1/L2 triage investigations of transaction monitoring alerts and referrals, including root-cause analysis, sources and uses of funds, and potentially suspicious activity. Fixed-term remote contract with initial six-month duration and potential extension; opportunity to gain broad AML experience across fintech use cases.
Responsibilities
- Perform extensive investigations related to transaction monitoring and customer due diligence that could implicate potential money laundering, fraud, or terrorist financing, and escalate to SAR filing where appropriate
- Prepare and document triage investigations and their dispositions according to FINCEN/FFIEC expectations and Bank Procedures
- Prepare detailed escalation and dismissal narratives per FFIEC expectations and Bank procedures
- Draft and file SAR narratives with FinCEN for cases that warrant reporting, in line with FinCEN guidance and regulatory deadlines
- Maintain organized documentation related to financial crimes activities, including investigations, SARs, audits, and regulatory exams
- Perform day-to-day activities consistent with safe and sound business practices and regulatory requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent experience performing investigations for a regulated financial institution
- 2+ years of experience with BSA/AML and OFAC laws and regulations
- CAMS certification preferred, but not required
- Detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of AML typologies and red flags
- Experience preparing and documenting financial crimes investigations and drafting SAR narratives in accordance with FFIEC and FinCEN expectations
Skills
Required:Transaction monitoring investigationsSAR draftingFFIEC/FinCEN regulatory knowledge
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, including 100% coverage options by Column for you
- FSA and HSA account options
- Paid PTO (15 days vacation, 10 days sick leave per year)
- Eligibility to participate in Column’s 401k plan with self-directed brokerage options
Last updated Oct 7, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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