Financial Analyst

We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join a Long-term Contract assignment in Minnetonka, Minnesota. This position focuses on reviewing financial activity, identifying unusual patterns, and supporting informed decisions related to risk and compliance matters. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, clear written communication, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Review alerts, transactions, and supporting information to identify unusual or potentially suspicious financial activity.
• Evaluate findings and determine when cases should be advanced for additional investigation or escalation.
• Conduct case-level analysis to support recommendations on whether regulatory reporting may be warranted.
• Use Excel and data analysis techniques to organize information, identify trends, and produce meaningful insights.
• Prepare concise written summaries that clearly explain research, findings, and rationale for decisions.
• Apply knowledge of anti-money laundering, fraud prevention, and financial crime indicators during daily reviews.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy while managing detailed investigative work within established timelines.
• Participate fully in required onboarding and training activities during the initial ramp-up period.
• At least 3 years of business or functional experience for entry-level review work; 5 years is preferred for quality control review responsibilities.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in risk, compliance, or financial crimes-related work.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience in financial services, investigations, compliance, or law enforcement.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data analysis methods.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently with limited oversight.
• Effective writing skills with the ability to present complex information in a clear, concise format.
• Familiarity with anti-money laundering, fraud detection, and suspicious activity review processes.