Financial Crime QA Specialist — Compliance & Risk

CFSB; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Federal Savings Bank (CFSB) in New York City seeks a Financial Crime Compliance Quality Assurance Officer to join the Governance function within Compliance. The role focuses on QA testing of financial crime controls, reviewing alerts and investigations, and escalating risks to leadership.

The ideal candidate has 3–4 years in Compliance/Audit, a bachelor’s degree, and familiarity with AML, sanctions, and control frameworks. CAMS/CFE certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Economics or related field; CAMS/CFE preferred.
• Minimum 3–4 years of experience in Compliance, Audit or Internal Controls.
• Familiarity with AML, sanctions, and other financial crime regulations.
• Understanding of AML risk and control frameworks in banking.
• Experience with generally accepted QA testing practices and issue-tracking.

Responsibilities

• Execute independent QA testing of financial crime activities (transaction monitoring, sanctions/OFAC screening, investigations).
• Review alerts, cases, and docs for accuracy, timeliness, and policy compliance.
• Identify and classify QA issues; determine material vs non-material and root causes.
• Maintain clear workpapers and evidentiary support for QA conclusions.
• Escalate issues and contribute to QA metrics, KRIs, and KPIs.
• Participate in calibration sessions and knowledge-sharing to ensure consistency.
• Stay current on regulatory guidance and policy changes affecting QA scope.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Office proficiency

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CAMS/CFE certification preferred

Job description

Community Federal Savings Bank (CFSB) in New York City seeks a Financial Crime Compliance Quality Assurance Officer to join the Governance function within Compliance. The role focuses on QA testing of financial crime controls, reviewing alerts and investigations, and escalating risks to leadership.

The ideal candidate has 3–4 years in Compliance/Audit, a bachelor’s degree, and familiarity with AML, sanctions, and control frameworks. CAMS/CFE certification is a plus.