AML Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented AML Analyst to support investigative financial review work in Plymouth, Minnesota. This Contract position is ideal for someone with experience in financial crimes analysis, risk, compliance, or related investigative environments who can evaluate activity patterns and make sound recommendations. The role requires strong analytical judgment, clear written communication, and the ability to work independently while handling sensitive financial information with care.

Responsibilities:

• Review financial activity and transactional information to identify unusual patterns, inconsistencies, or indicators that may require additional investigation.

• Assess alerts and case findings to determine whether matters should be advanced for deeper review based on established risk considerations.

• Conduct investigative analysis that supports decisions on whether regulatory filings, including suspicious activity reports, are warranted.

• Prepare concise, well-structured written summaries that clearly explain findings, rationale, and recommended next steps.

• Use Excel and data analysis techniques to organize information, evaluate trends, and support decision-making with accurate reporting.

• Apply knowledge of anti-money laundering, anti-fraud, risk, and compliance practices when examining customer or transactional behavior.

• Work independently to manage assigned reviews efficiently while maintaining accuracy and meeting quality expectations.

• Complete required training during the initial onboarding period and remain available throughout the scheduled training timeframe.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in anti-money laundering, risk, compliance, or a related area involving financial crimes typologies.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in financial services, investigations, law enforcement, or a comparable field.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort working with data analytics and data mining methods.

• Demonstrated analytical ability with strong problem-solving skills and a high level of accuracy in review work.

• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to make sound decisions based on investigative findings.

• Strong written communication skills with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise format.

• Self-motivated approach with the ability to work independently and exercise critical thinking in a fast-paced environment.