BSA/AML Investigator - Entry Level

WesBanco, Inc.; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WesBanco, Inc. in Frankfort, KY is seeking an FIU Officer to support the Financial Intelligence Unit by investigating and protecting the bank from fraud, money laundering, and BSA issues.

This entry-level role focuses on monitoring accounts and transactions to identify unusual activity and learn to distinguish normal from suspicious activity. Responsibilities include analyzing alerts, creating cases for investigators, reviewing CIP and CDD records, and ensuring compliance with the Bank Secrecy

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or four years banking experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of Banking experience preferred with a focus on BSA/AML or Operations a plus.
• Must possess strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Investigates and analyzes system generated BSA/AML/Fraud alerts for evidence of suspicious activity.
• Creates cases from alerts for further review by investigators/Supervisors.
• Contacts banking center personnel and external customers on suspect items.
• Reviews Customer Due Diligence (CDD) forms and CIP records for completeness.
• Analyzes customer history to ensure transactions align with expected activity.
• Ensures regulatory, legal, and bank requirements are met; completes assigned compliance training.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Adaptability

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent banking experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel

In-house monitoring system

Job description

WesBanco, Inc. in Frankfort, KY is seeking an FIU Officer to support the Financial Intelligence Unit by investigating and protecting the bank from fraud, money laundering, and BSA issues.

This entry-level role focuses on monitoring accounts and transactions to identify unusual activity and learn to distinguish normal from suspicious activity. Responsibilities include analyzing alerts, creating cases for investigators, reviewing CIP and CDD records, and ensuring compliance with the Bank Secrecy