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Financial Crimes Investigator

Remote - USA,USA

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SolomonEdwardsGroup, LLC (“SolomonEdwards”) is a full-service professional services firm offering financial, operational and technology consulting and operations support. We work with some of the world’s most prominent companies to help them envision and achieve a better future. We know that our consulting services are only as meaningful as the people and talent behind them, and we are committed to recruiting incredibly talented, committed, collaborative individuals who can help us deliver exceptional client service. For more information, visit SolomonEdwards

Position Summary:

The Financial Crimes Investigator is a highly skilled anti-money laundering (AML) specialist with expertise in enhanced due diligence (EDD), financial crimes investigations, and Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) compliance. This role involves analyzing complex financial transactions, identifying suspicious activity, and leveraging investigative techniques to support regulatory compliance and mitigate financial crime risks. The investigator utilizes advanced tools, methodologies, and databases to uncover trends, patterns, and potential illicit activities, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and institutional policies.

Essential Duties:

• Conduct enhanced due diligence (EDD) and analysis of complex financial transactions using advanced databases and applications to detect unusual account activity.

• Leverage BSA/AML subject matter expertise to review, process, and evaluate data from diverse sources, developing profiles, patterns, and trends related to financial crimes.

• Apply quantitative and qualitative methods to identify money laundering schemes, terrorist financing activities, and other suspicious transactions.

• Evaluate the validity and reliability of gathered intelligence and escalate cases for further investigation when necessary.

• Complete AML alerts and transaction monitoring reviews within established timelines and according to quality standards for documentation and reporting.

• Monitor high-risk account relationships, including money service businesses (MSBs), tiered account structures, and accounts linked to foreign financial institutions in high-risk jurisdictions, ensuring thorough risk assessments.

• Prepare detailed investigation reports with actionable insights and recommendations for internal compliance teams and regulatory bodies.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support AML/BSA audits, compliance testing, and regulatory filings, including Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).

• Stay updated on evolving AML/BSA regulations, typologies, and best practices, applying knowledge to enhance investigative processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, criminal justice, or a related field.

• Certification in AML/Financial Crimes (e.g., CAMS, CFE, CFCS) is highly desirable.

• Experience working with high-risk entities and customers in complex regulatory environments.

• A minimum of 7+ years of experience in financial crimes investigations, with a focus on AML compliance, EDD, and BSA/AML transaction monitoring within a bank or regulated financial institution.

Skills and Job-Specific Competencies:

• Demonstrated expertise in identifying, analyzing, and investigating financial crime risks, including money laundering, fraud, and other illicit activities.

• Strong proficiency in writing detailed investigation reports, including concise narratives and risk assessments. (Applicants must provide a writing sample.)

• Experience with transaction monitoring systems and investigative tools, such as LexisNexis, Actimize, or Verafin.

• Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements, including BSA/AML laws, USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC, and FinCEN guidance.

Travel Requirements: No travel will be required, unless at the client's discretion.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities upon request to enable them to perform essential functions. This role may require mobility to attend in-person meetings, sitting or standing for extended periods, and the use of telephone, computer, or other electronic communication devices.

Salary Range: SolomonEdwards values your unique and individual experience and background. As such, we take a comprehensive approach when determining compensation for our roles. The compensation for this specific role is based on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to, education, licensure and certifications, location, experience, and training. A reasonable estimate for the current hourly range for this role is $50-$65.

Benefits: We are committed to providing health and financial stability by offering a comprehensive suite of benefits. Benefits include access to top-tier employers and job opportunities, health insurance, sick leave, and 401(k).

Inclusion and Diversity Statement: SolomonEdwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We firmly believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. All employees, including managers and supervisors, are responsible for upholding our EEO and diversity principles. Discrimination or harassment of any kind will not be tolerated.

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Job Ref: 141796