Entry-Level OFAC Analyst – Global Banking Compliance

UBA America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

International exposure

Professional growth

Values-driven culture

Collaborative environment

Direct impact on global trade

Job summary

UBA America in New York is seeking an OFAC Analyst to monitor sanctions compliance in a highly regulated banking environment. You will review TMS alerts, conduct investigations into potential money-laundering cases, and prepare internal and external reports.

With at least 2 years' experience, ACAMS certification, and strong writing skills, you will support the Compliance team, update profiles in TMS, and help ensure alignment with risk appetite while enabling Africa–North America trade.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in commercial banking or FBO/international bank in the USA.
• ACAMS certification is required.
• Demonstrated track record of advancement to senior finance management roles.

Responsibilities

• Review cases in the Transaction Monitoring System (TMS) matches against OFAC and negative lists.
• Review alerts/cases generated by the TMS when thresholds are crossed or referrals are received.
• Conduct investigations on alerts with AML indications and issue information requests.
• Prepare internal and external reports including SARs per internal policies.
• Update profiles in the TMS for customers, counterparties and beneficial owners.
• Assist Compliance with risk assessments and other activities; back-up coverage as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong writing skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Education

ACAMS certification

Tools

TMS (Transaction Monitoring System)

Prime Compliance Suite

World-Check

LexisNexis

Job description

UBA America in New York is seeking an OFAC Analyst to monitor sanctions compliance in a highly regulated banking environment. You will review TMS alerts, conduct investigations into potential money-laundering cases, and prepare internal and external reports.

With at least 2 years' experience, ACAMS certification, and strong writing skills, you will support the Compliance team, update profiles in TMS, and help ensure alignment with risk appetite while enabling Africa–North America trade.