AML Alert & Risk Analysis Specialist

Ameris-Bank-1; Georgia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Ameris Bank is seeking an AML Analyst to assess alerted activity and help identify unusual transactions. You will review reports, draft analytical documentation, and escalate findings to frontline staff.

The role requires 2+ years of AML experience, knowledge of BSA/AML regulations, and a bachelor's degree in a related field; CAMS or CFE certification is preferred, or 7+ years of AML experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of direct AML experience.
• Knowledge of BSA/AML rules and regulations.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess alerted activity from transaction monitoring systems.
• Review manual reports for unusual activity and escalate.
• Draft reports documenting analysis to support decisions.
• Collaborate with front-line staff to obtain relevant information.
• Cross-train in case investigations and CTRs when opportunities arise.
• Apply critical thinking to detect patterns and typologies in data.
• Stay current with money laundering trends and regulatory changes.

Skills

AML experience

Analytical thinking

Report drafting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Accounting, Finance, Criminal Justice or related field

CAMS or CFE certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ameris Bank is seeking an AML Analyst to assess alerted activity and help identify unusual transactions. You will review reports, draft analytical documentation, and escalate findings to frontline staff.

The role requires 2+ years of AML experience, knowledge of BSA/AML regulations, and a bachelor's degree in a related field; CAMS or CFE certification is preferred, or 7+ years of AML experience.