Hybrid/Remote OFAC Sanctions Screening Analyst II

Pathward, N.A.; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Pathward, N.A. is seeking an OFAC Sanctions Screening Analyst II to serve as the primary escalation point for complex OFAC alerts and high‑risk cases.

You will provide guidance to junior staff and ensure consistent application of OFAC requirements across the sanctions program. Responsibilities include advanced investigations, final determinations on matches, and coordination with the BSA Officer on required actions such as account restrictions and regulatory reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, IR, Political Science, Criminal Justice or related field.
• 3+ years of OFAC sanctions compliance or screening operations experience.
• Banking or financial services experience required.
• CAMS or CGSS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escalation review for complex OFAC screening alerts and high‑risk cases.
• Conduct advanced investigations of escalated matches and patterns.
• Perform enhanced due diligence using internal systems and public records.
• Review and approve complex false positives with justification.
• Make final determinations and coordinate actions with senior management.
• Monitor queue to ensure timely resolutions and coverage.

Skills

Analytical skills

Investigative skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/IR/Political Science/Criminal Justice

CAMS or CGSS certification preferred

Tools

Public records databases

Job description

Pathward, N.A. is seeking an OFAC Sanctions Screening Analyst II to serve as the primary escalation point for complex OFAC alerts and high‑risk cases.

You will provide guidance to junior staff and ensure consistent application of OFAC requirements across the sanctions program. Responsibilities include advanced investigations, final determinations on matches, and coordination with the BSA Officer on required actions such as account restrictions and regulatory reporting.