Financial Intelligence Analyst - BSA

Associated Bank; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 47,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and Pension plans

Paid time off

Diversity-focused Colleague Resource G

Competitive salaries with development

Bonuses and wellbeing programs

Employee stock purchase plan

Parental leave

Military benefits

Personal banking and insurance

Job summary

Associated Bank is seeking a Financial Intelligence Analyst - BSA to protect customers and the bank from fraud and suspicious activity. You will analyze account activity, investigate alerts, and make risk-based decisions impacting exposure.

This role offers growth in financial crime investigations and regulatory compliance within a strong ethical risk culture. Join a team focused on safeguarding customers and communities, with opportunities for professional development, collaboration, and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience required in Risk, Compliance, Audit, Banking, Business, or Law Enforcement.
• 1+ years of experience in risk management, compliance, audit, banking, or related fields.
• 2+ years of experience in risk, compliance, or fraud investigations (preferred).
• CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Investigate system-generated alerts, internal referrals, and customer activity to identify irregular or suspicious behavior.
• Analyze customer and transaction data using various systems and databases to assess potential risk.
• Document findings thoroughly in case management systems, including detailed narratives and, when appropriate, filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to address fraud or compliance concerns and share investigative insights.
• Monitor and report customer and account information, identifying trends and patterns to support proactive risk management.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of BSA/AML regulations and industry best practices through training and professional development.
• Assist with departmental initiatives such as data analysis, testing, reporting, and threshold tuning to strengthen fraud detection efforts.

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent experience in Risk, Compliance, Audit, Banking, Business, or Law Enforcement

Job description

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

Associated Bank requires you to directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process. Associated Bank conducts a thorough background check on all new hires.

Role Summary

As a Financial Intelligence Analyst - BSA, you'll play a key role in protecting our customers and the bank from potential fraud and suspicious activities. You'll analyze account activity, investigate alerts, and make decisions that directly impact the bank's risk exposure. This role offers opportunities to grow your expertise in financial crime investigations and regulatory compliance while contributing to a strong ethical risk culture.

Key Accountabilities

• Investigate system-generated alerts, internal referrals, and customer activity to identify irregular or suspicious behavior.
• Analyze customer and transaction data using various systems and databases to assess potential risk.
• Document findings thoroughly in case management systems, including detailed narratives and, when appropriate, filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to address fraud or compliance concerns and share investigative insights.
• Monitor and report customer and account information, identifying trends and patterns to support proactive risk management.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of BSA/AML regulations and industry best practices through training and professional development.
• Assist with departmental initiatives such as data analysis, testing, reporting, and threshold tuning to strengthen fraud detection efforts.

Required

Education & Experience

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience in Risk, Compliance, Audit, Banking, Business, or Law Enforcement
• 1+years of experience in risk management, compliance, audit, banking, or related fields

Preferred

• 2+ years of experience in risk, compliance, or fraud investigations
• CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) certification

Why You'll Love Working Here

Join a company that invests in your success with professional development opportunities, mentorship, and a culture built on teamwork and respect. At Associated Bank, you'll have the chance to grow your career while helping protect our customers and communities.

We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified parties, including but not limited to people returning to the workforce, people with disabilities, those without a college degree, and veterans or those with military experience.

In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life.

• Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
• Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focusedColleague Resource Groups.
• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave,anemployee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.
• Personal banking, loan, investmentand insurance benefits.

Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota, and Missouri and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the Midwest.Join our community onFacebook,LinkedInandX.

Artificial Intelligence Statement

To support our recruiting process, we may use artificial intelligence ("AI") or automated technologies to collect, organize, sort, and analyze information submitted by applicants. These tools may assist our Talent Acquisition professionals in identifying applicants who appear to satisfy the minimum qualifications for a position.

AI is not used to make employment decisions on behalf of Associated Bank. No applicant will be selected or rejected solely based on the output of an AI tool. Hiring decisions are made by Associated Bank personnel who review applicant information and exercise independent judgment in accordance with applicable law and company policies.

Compliance Statement

Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.

Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR.

Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank’s anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application, interview and hiring process. Please contact [e-mail] if you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify Notice English or Spanish. Know Your Right to Work English or Spanish.

Associated Bank is Pay Transparency compliant.

The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role. Actual pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, work location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role.

For certain positions, total compensation may also include incentive, commission, or bonus opportunities not reflected in the posted base pay range.

$46,690.00 - $80,040.00 per year