AML Analyst, Transaction Monitoring & Compliance
Overview
You will own anti-money laundering transaction reviews for a Washington, DC financial firm, covering account activity and cash reporting thresholds. Your daily decisions directly impact regulatory compliance and financial crime prevention. You will work inside a high-accountability compliance team using AML guidelines and case management systems to flag suspicious patterns. This contract role demands precision and independent judgment in a structured, audit-ready environment.
What You'll Do8
- 1Examine customer transaction records and supporting files to identify cash activity requiring regulatory reporting.
- 2Analyze transactions exceeding established thresholds and evaluate patterns that could indicate suspicious or prohibited financial behavior.
- 3Prepare accurate documentation to support currency transaction reporting and related compliance reviews.
- 4Investigate account activity by comparing transaction details against internal records and applicable AML guidelines.
- 5Escalate unusual findings to compliance or supervisory teams when activity appears inconsistent or potentially high risk.
- 6Maintain organized case notes and review outcomes to support audit readiness and regulatory expectations.
- 7Apply anti-money laundering procedures consistently while meeting productivity and quality standards.
- 8Collaborate with internal stakeholders to clarify customer activity and resolve documentation gaps during file reviews.
Requirements7
- 1Bachelor’s or Honours degree required.
- 2Knowledge of AML principles and financial crime compliance practices.
- 3Ability to review transactional data carefully and identify meaningful patterns or anomalies.
- 4Strong written documentation skills with the ability to record findings clearly and accurately.
- 5High attention to detail and sound judgment when handling sensitive financial information.
- 6Proficiency in working with spreadsheets, case management tools, or similar review systems.
- 7Ability to manage repetitive analysis tasks efficiently while maintaining accuracy.
Salary Insight
$58 - $69k per year
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