OFAC Sanctions Analyst II: Escalation Expert

Pathward; Troy (MI); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Pathward is seeking an OFAC Sanctions Screening Analyst II to serve as the primary escalation point for complex alerts and high‑risk cases. You will review, resolve, and document complex matches against SDN, Consolidated Sanctions, and Sectoral programs, guiding junior staff and coordinating with senior management.

You will monitor lists for updates, perform due diligence with internal data and public records, and support program improvements while ensuring strict regulatory compliance and

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Escalate and resolve complex OFAC screening alerts for SDN, SSI, and other programs.
• Investigate matches using customer information, patterns, and ownership structures.
• Perform enhanced due diligence using internal systems and public records.
• Review and justify complex false positives with documentation per quality standards.
• Make final determinations on matches and coordinate actions with management.
• Monitor escalation queues to ensure timely, compliant resolutions.

Skills

OFAC knowledge

Analytical skills

Investigation

Communication

Microsoft Office

Research

Attention to detail

Education

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

CAMS or CGSS certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Public records databases

Investigation resources

Job description

Pathward is seeking an OFAC Sanctions Screening Analyst II to serve as the primary escalation point for complex alerts and high‑risk cases. You will review, resolve, and document complex matches against SDN, Consolidated Sanctions, and Sectoral programs, guiding junior staff and coordinating with senior management.

You will monitor lists for updates, perform due diligence with internal data and public records, and support program improvements while ensuring strict regulatory compliance and