AML Analyst

About the role

Column’s Financial Crimes team protects the bank and its customers from money laundering, fraud, sanctions violations, and related illicit activity. The AML Analyst performs Level‑1 triage investigations of alerts generated by the transaction monitoring system, identifying root causes, sources and uses of funds, and potential suspicious activity.

Key responsibilities

• Perform extensive investigations related to transaction monitoring and customer due diligence that could implicate potential money laundering, fraud, or terrorist financing.
• 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.
• Maintain organized documentation related to financial crimes activities, including investigations, audits, and regulatory exams.
• Perform day‑to‑day activities consistent with safe and sound business practices and regulatory requirements.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience performing investigations for a regulated financial institution.
• 2+ years of experience with BSA/AML and OFAC laws and regulations.
• Detail‑oriented with excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of AML typologies and red flags.

Required skills

• Experience preparing and documenting financial crimes investigations in accordance with FFIEC expectations.
• Familiarity with FINCEN/FFIEC guidelines.

What we offer

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, with options fully covered by the company.
• FSA and HSA account options for pre‑tax medical and dependent care expenses.
• Paid PTO including 15 days vacation and 10 days sick leave per year.
• Eligibility to participate in the company’s 401(k) plan with self‑directed brokerage options.
• Hourly rate range $30.00‑$35.00, non‑exempt with overtime eligibility.