Remote Entry-Level Financial Crimes Investigator

AML RightSource; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

AML RightSource is seeking an Entry Level Financial Crimes Investigator to review transactions, identify suspicious activity, and support KYC compliance. The role includes comprehensive training during the first three weeks and requires a bachelor’s degree.

After training, core hours are 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. The position starts at $40,000 with a potential raise to $42,000 after a 90-day probation period based on performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with other Office tools.
• Ability to work independently, adapt to feedback, and identify process improvements.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, filtering, sorting) and strong research skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and monitor transactional activity to identify potential suspicious activity.
• Verify client identities and assess their relationships with financial institutions for KYC purposes.
• Interpret and implement client-operating policies related to financial data.
• Identify data anomalies and red flags for money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, sanctions violations, and escalate for second level review.
• Write clear, concise reports summarizing findings and recommendations.
• Use basic Excel functions and technology applications for analysis.
• Adhere to designated timeframes and procedures to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks.
• Submit written work product for review by internal quality control teams and make necessary adjustments based on feedback.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Analytical mindset

Microsoft Excel

Office tools familiarity

Independent work

Quick learner

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Pivot tables

Data analysis tools

Job description

AML RightSource is seeking an Entry Level Financial Crimes Investigator to review transactions, identify suspicious activity, and support KYC compliance. The role includes comprehensive training during the first three weeks and requires a bachelor’s degree.

After training, core hours are 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. The position starts at $40,000 with a potential raise to $42,000 after a 90-day probation period based on performance.