Financial Crimes Investigator (Entry Level)

About the Role

No prior experience required. This role offers comprehensive training to build a career in financial crime compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and monitor transactional activity to identify potential suspicious activity.
• Verify client identities and assess their relationships with financial institutions for Know Your Customer (KYC) purposes.
• Interpret and implement client-operating policies related to financial data.
• Identify data anomalies and red flags for money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, sanctions violations, and escalate for second level review.
• Write clear, concise reports summarizing findings and recommendations.
• Use basic Excel functions and technology applications (Microsoft, internet) for analysis.
• Adhere to designated timeframes and procedures to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks.
• Submit written work product for review by internal quality control teams and make necessary adjustments based on feedback.
• Meet production and quality standards while working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, company policies, and client requirements related to Anti-Money Laundering.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with other Office tools.
• Use of basic Excel functions and technology applications (Microsoft, internet) for analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, filtering, sorting) and strong research skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Completed bachelor’s degree.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, adapt to feedback, and identify process improvements.

Work Arrangement & Schedule

• Work arrangement may involve work from home, full-time in-office, or a hybrid arrangement, determined by client engagement requirements and subject to change.
• Candidates must reside within 40 miles of Richmond, VA.
• Company-Provided Training (First Three Weeks): Virtual participation from home, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM EST. Full attendance and active engagement are required.
• Core Hours (After Training): Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM local time (subject to operational needs).

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $40,000, increasing to $42,000 after the initial 90-day probationary period, contingent upon meeting performance expectations.
• 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.