Forensics Project Analyst

Ernst & Young LLP ( EY India ); Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

EY is seeking a Project Analyst for Forensics – Investigations & Compliance in Bangalore. The role involves hands-on transaction monitoring, KYC procedures, and sanction screening to support forensic investigations and regulatory compliance efforts.

The candidate should have a background in engineering or related fields, multiple advanced degrees are listed, and 3+ years of experience in financial analysis and business analysis are valued. EY offers a dynamic, globally integrated environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in transaction monitoring and identifying financial crime risks.
• Knowledge of customer due diligence and verification checks (KYC).
• Familiarity with sanction screening workflows and case review procedures.
• Ability to analyze alerts, investigate exceptions, and document findings audit-ready.
• General consulting practices applied to forensic investigations and compliance support.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on experience in transaction monitoring to identify unusual patterns and potential financial crime risks.
• Working knowledge of KYC processes, including customer due diligence and verification checks.
• Familiarity with sanction screening workflows and case review procedures to support compliance investigations.
• Ability to analyze alerts, investigate exceptions, and document findings in a structured and audit-ready manner.
• Strong grounding in general consulting practices applied to forensic investigations and compliance support.

Skills

Transaction monitoring

KYC processes

Sanction screening

Alerts analysis

Audit-ready documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Data Analytics certification

PhD in Management

MBA

Master of Commerce

MSc in Data Science

Job description

Project Analyst - Forensics - National - ASU - Forensics - Investigations & Compliance - Bangalore

Requisition Id: 1748522

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom. At EY, we don't just focus on who you are now, but who you can become. We believe that its your career and 'Its yours to build' which means potential here is limitless and we'll provide you with motivating and fulfilling experiences throughout your career to help you on the path to becoming your best professional self.

The opportunity: Project Analyst – National – Forensics – ASU – Forensics – Investigations & Compliance – Bangalore. National comprises of sector agnostic teams working across industries for a well rounded experience. ASU – Forensics – Investigations & Compliance: Successful organizations depend on their reputation for keeping promises, respecting laws and behaving ethically to maintain stakeholder trust. EY Forensic & Integrity Services professionals help organizations protect and restore enterprise and financial reputation. We assist companies and their legal counsel to investigate facts, resolve disputes and manage regulatory challenges. We put integrity at the heart of compliance programs to help better manage ethical and reputational risks. Our integrated approach ranges from enhancements in areas of perceived weakness or issues - including governance, controls, culture and data insights - to full organizational design and structural implementation. We want to help companies safeguard and restore financial and brand reputations. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over.

Your key responsibilities

• Hands-on experience in transaction monitoring to identify unusual patterns and potential financial crime risks.
• Working knowledge of KYC processes, including customer due diligence and verification checks.
• Familiarity with sanction screening workflows and case review procedures to support compliance investigations.
• Ability to analyze alerts, investigate exceptions, and document findings in a structured and audit-ready manner.
• Strong grounding in general consulting practices applied to forensic investigations and compliance support.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Qualification: Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical
• Certification in Data Analytics
• PhD in Management
• Master of Business Administration
• Master of Commerce
• Master of Science in Data Science
• Experience: Financial Analysis (3+ years)
• Experience: Business Analysis (3+ years)

What we look for

People with the ability to work in a collaborative manner to provide services across multiple client departments while following the commercial and legal requirements. You will need a practical approach to solving issues and complex problems with the ability to deliver insightful and practical solutions. We look for people who are agile, curious, mindful, and able to sustain positive energy, while being adaptable and creative in their approach.

What we offer

Fuelled by the brilliance of our people, EY has emerged as the strongest brand and the most attractive employer in our field, with market-leading growth over competitors. Our people work side-by-side with market-leading entrepreneurs, game-changers, disruptors, and visionaries. As an organization, we are investing more time, technology, and money than ever before in skills and learning for our people. At EY, you will have a personalized Career Journey and also the chance to tap into the resources of our career frameworks to better know about your roles, skills, and opportunities. EY is equally committed to being an inclusive employer, and we strive to achieve the right balance for our people—enabling us to deliver excellent client service while allowing our people to build their careers as well as focus on their wellbeing.