Senior Financial Crimes Investigator – AML

AML RightSource

. Detect suspicious financial activity and financial crime risks .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • Kentucky • United StatesSenior💰 $43,888 - $69,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in detecting suspicious financial activities and ensuring compliance with AML regulations. Proficient in conducting investigations, preparing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs), and utilizing Microsoft Office tools for data analysis and client communication.

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AML ComplianceSuspicious Activity Reports (SARs)Financial Crime InvestigationMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyKYC Procedures

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisData Anomaly DetectionRegulatory ComplianceFraud InvestigationQuality ControlReport WritingData AnalysisProblem-SolvingTime ManagementOrganizational Skills

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationOral CommunicationAttention to DetailCollaborationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word

Industry Keywords

Financial IndustryBanking RegulationsAML RequirementsTerrorist FinancingSanctions ViolationsKnow Your Customer (KYC)

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Detect suspicious financial activity and financial crime risks
Ensure compliance with AML requirements, federal and state laws, regulations, guidance, company policies, procedures, and client expectations
Lead investigations into money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, and sanctions violations
Identify data anomalies and red flags and escalate cases for second-level review
Verify client identities and relationship purpose under Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures
Perform quality control tasks
Assist with client communication, production data analysis, and development of client-specific aids and training materials
Support analysts with workflow items and administrative tasks
Submit written work for internal and client quality control review and implement feedback
Meet deadlines and procedures for accurate, timely task completion
Potentially supervise junior analysts
Contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented work environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completed bachelor’s degree required
Ability to investigate potentially suspicious activities, analyze findings, and prepare detailed Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)
Strong knowledge of financial or banking industries and related regulations and laws
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to synthesize recommendations and conclusions in clear narratives or written summaries
Ability to meet and exceed daily production goals
Strong time management, attention to detail, prioritization, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Ability to quickly learn new technologies
Ability to multitask, work independently, and collaborate as part of a team
Receptiveness to feedback and ability to implement changes effectively
Adaptability to new technologies and processes
Must work from a designated home address and workspace
Must be authorized to work without employment immigration sponsorship or support; AML RightSource does not support CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, F-1, H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, or I-485 job portability

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and defined contribution retirement plan benefits
Paid time off and holidays (in accordance with local law)
Professional development opportunities
Collaborative work environment with global exposure
Work-from-home position
Company-provided virtual training during the first three weeks