Financial Crimes Analyst I - Investigations & Compliance

Fifth Third Bank; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Fifth Third Bank in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Financial Crimes Analyst I to investigate, monitor, and report on potential threats to the bank, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. You will analyze alerts, escalate suspicious activity, prepare reports, and support the first line of defense while maintaining strong communication with internal and external customers.

The role emphasizes risk management, timely decision making, and collaboration with multiple business units; prior AML

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of specialist experience in compliance or investigative work.
• Associates Degree or commensurate work experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act, AML, and OFAC regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and analyzes system activity and generated alerts.
• Escalates financial crime matters to supervisory staff.
• Prepares reports and follow-up recommendations.
• Provides financial crime support to first line of defense.
• Work with business units to understand alert activity and compliance.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

MS Office

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Fifth Third Bank in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Financial Crimes Analyst I to investigate, monitor, and report on potential threats to the bank, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. You will analyze alerts, escalate suspicious activity, prepare reports, and support the first line of defense while maintaining strong communication with internal and external customers.

The role emphasizes risk management, timely decision making, and collaboration with multiple business units; prior AML