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Transaction Monitoring (TM) Analyst (Petaling Jaya)

KPMG in Malaysia

Petaling Jaya

On-site

MYR 200,000 - 250,000

Full time

25 days ago

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Job summary

A leading company in Malaysia seeks a compliance investigator to monitor financial risks related to Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing, and Proliferation Financing. This role requires a bachelor's degree and experience in Financial Crime Compliance. Candidates must have strong analytical skills and be meticulous in documentation and evidence gathering.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 1-2 years of experience in Financial Crime Compliance and/or Risk Management.
  • Proficient in English with strong communication skills.
  • Resident in Malaysia or have the right to work in Malaysia.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct independent investigations of TM alerts regarding financial risks.
  • Ensure timely identification and monitoring of suspicious activities.
  • Gather and document evidence of suspicious transactions.

Skills

Analytical skills
Attention to detail
Communication
Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field
AML/CFT/CPF certificate

Job description

Descriptions

  • Conduct first level of review of the regenerated cases in TM System.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct independent investigations and assessments of regenerated TM alerts on a daily basis to identify potential risks related to Money Laundering (ML), Terrorist Financing (TF), Proliferation Financing (PF) and sanctions.
  • Ensure the timely and effective identification and monitoring of suspicious activities and transactions in adherence to established procedures.
  • Escalate suspicious activities and transactions to the client’s compliance team for further investigation or regulatory reporting.
  • Gather documentary evidence for suspicious transactions through internal and external system and attachments, thereafter, ensure thorough documentation and record-keeping of suspicious activity reports submitted to the TM Team Lead.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of ML/TF/PF issues, including relevant policies, procedures, regulations, industry best practices, emerging criminal typologies, and evolving trends.
  • Provide input and recommendations to enhance TM processes and contribute to ad-hoc projects, training sessions and process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  • Any certificate of AML/CFT/CPF (by ICA or ACAMS) would be an added advantage.
  • At least 1-2 years of experience in Financial Crime Compliance and/or Risk Management.
  • Language proficiency in English, good communication, interpersonal and analytical skills coupled with excellent attention to detail.
  • On site and on client's premise, depending on requirement.

Closing Date: Dec. 31, 2025

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.

Candidates must be resident in Malaysia, or have the right to work in Malaysia.

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