Anti-Money Laundering Associate

Elliott Davis; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time away

Flexible work schedules

Paid leave programs

Well-being benefits

Professional coaching

Job summary

Elliott Davis is seeking an AML Associate to support the Financial Services Group in performing AML-focused audit procedures and evaluating client controls related to BSA/AML compliance. The role emphasizes regulatory knowledge and analytical rigor within a CPA firm setting.

The position involves collaborating with the team to assess risks, maintain documentation, and stay current with AML developments, while contributing to broader audit engagements.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of AML experience in a bank, consulting firm, or financial services institution.
• Familiarity with the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), USA PATRIOT Act, and relevant FinCEN guidelines.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and compliance platforms.
• CAMS certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of AML-focused audit procedures, including reviews of CIP, KYC files, and Beneficial Ownership documentation.
• Evaluate client controls related to Transaction Monitoring, SARs, and CTRs.
• Evaluate multiple BSA/AML models to assist clients with model complexities and ensure system functionality.
• Support audit documentation and reporting related to AML controls and risks.
• Research and analyze new regulatory developments related to AML compliance.
• Help evaluate the effectiveness of policies and procedures, making recommendations to align with best practices.
• Partner with team members to provide insight into AML-related risks during audits.

Skills

AML experience

BSA knowledge

KYC/CIP familiarity

Documentation skills

Education

CAMS certification (desirable)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Compliance platforms

Job description

Who We Are

Elliott Davis pairs forward-thinking tax, assurance and consulting services with industry-leading workplace culture. Our nine offices — located in the fastest growing cities in the US — are built on a foundation of inclusivity, collaboration, and collective growth. We work daily to provide exceptional service to our people, customers, and our communities. Audit and assurance services are provided by Elliott Davis, LLC (doing business in NC and D.C. as Elliott Davis, PLLC), a licensed CPA firm.

Who We Are

Elliott Davis pairs forward-thinking tax, assurance and consulting services with industry-leading workplace culture. Our nine offices — located in the fastest growing cities in the US — are built on a foundation of inclusivity, collaboration, and collective growth. We work daily to provide exceptional service to our people, customers, and our communities. Audit and assurance services are provided by Elliott Davis, LLC (doing business in NC and D.C. as Elliott Davis, PLLC), a licensed CPA firm. The AML Associate will demonstrate an analytical and compliance-focused approach working with the Financial Services Group (FSG) within the Audit Practice. The associate will support financial institutions by providing independent assessments of AML compliance frameworks and controls through structured audit support.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of AML-focused audit procedures, including reviews of Customer Identification Programs (CIP), Know Your Customer (KYC) files, and Beneficial Ownership documentation.
• Evaluate client controls related to Transaction Monitoring, Suspicious Activity Reporting (SARs), and Currency Transaction Reporting (CTRs).
• Evaluate multiple BSA/AML models to assist our clients with the complexities of the model and ensure the system is running as intended.
• Support audit documentation and reporting related to AML controls and risks.
• Research and analyze new regulatory developments related to AML compliance.
• Help evaluate the effectiveness of policies and procedures, making recommendations to improve alignment with industry best practices.
• Partner with team members to provide insight into AML-related risks during broader audit engagements.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of the practice.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of AML experience in a bank, consulting firm, or financial services institution.
• Familiarity with the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), USA PATRIOT Act, and relevant FinCEN guidelines.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and compliance platforms.
• CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) certification is highly desirable.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US

We believe that when our employees are able to thrive in all facets of life, their work and impact are that much greater.

That's Right – All Aspects Of Life, Not Just Your Life As An Employee, Because We Understand That There's Life Beyond Your Job. Here Are Some Of The Ways Our Work Works For Your Life, Your Growth, And Your Well-being

• generous time away and paid firm holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s
• flexible work schedules
• 16 weeks of paid maternity and adoption leave, 8 weeks of paid parental leave, 4 weeks of paid and caregiver leave (once eligible)
• first-class health and wellness benefits, including wellness coaching and mental health counseling
• one-on-one professional coaching
• Leadership and career development programs
• access to Beyond: a one-of-a kind program with experiences that help you expand your life, personally and professionally

NOTICE TO 3RD PARTY RECRUITERS

Notice to Recruiters and Agencies regarding unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions without prior express written approval. Resumes submitted or candidates referred to any employee of Elliott Davis by any external recruiter or recruitment agency by any means (including but not limited to via Internet, e-mail, fax, U.S. mail, and/or verbal communications) without a properly executed written contract for a specified position by an authorized member of the Talent Acquisition team become the property of Elliott Davis. Elliott Davis will not be responsible for, or owe any fees associated with, referrals of those candidates and/or for submission of any information, including resumes, associated with individuals.

Ada Requirements

The physical and cognitive/mental requirements and the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

• Regularly required to remain in a stationary position; use hands repetitively to operate standard office equipment; and to talk or hear, both in person and by telephone
• Required to have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Cognitive/Mental Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Use written and oral communication skills.
• Read and interpret data, information, and documents.
• Observe and interpret situations.
• Work under deadlines with frequent interruptions; and
• Interact with internal and external customers and others in the course of work.