We are looking for a detail-oriented Entry Level AML Analyst to support financial crime compliance efforts within a Financial Services environment in Princeton, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position is a strong fit for someone beginning a career in financial analysis, compliance, or banking operations and interested in reviewing transactional activity for potential risk indicators. The role focuses on analyzing customer records, preparing clear written observations, and maintaining accuracy while working with high volumes of information.
Responsibilities:
- Examine customer accounts and transaction activity to identify unusual behavior, inconsistencies, or potential money laundering concerns.
- Review compliance documentation and related case materials to support anti-money laundering and enhanced due diligence investigations.
- Prepare concise written summaries that clearly document findings, observations, and recommended follow-up items.
- Complete accurate and efficient data entry while maintaining the integrity of customer and transaction records.
- Use Microsoft Excel to organize, track, and analyze compliance-related information and reporting details.
- Support the preparation and review of currency transaction reporting and other required financial compliance records.
- Escalate questionable activity or missing documentation to the appropriate team members for further review.
- Maintain organized work output and follow established procedures in a deadline-driven environment.
- 0+ years of experience in a financial, banking, compliance, or analyst-related setting.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to manage and review structured data.
- Strong data entry skills with a high level of speed and accuracy.
- Familiarity with AML concepts, enhanced due diligence, or transaction monitoring is preferred.
- Banking experience or a degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a closely related field is highly valued.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to recognize patterns across customer and transaction information.
- Strong written communication skills for documenting findings in a clear and thorough manner.