Remote OFAC Sanctions Screening Analyst II

Pathward, N.A.; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement benefits

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Pathward, N.A. in the United States is seeking an OFAC Sanctions Screening Analyst II to join our hybrid team.

This role serves as the escalation point for complex OFAC alerts, reviews sensitive cases, and ensures consistent application of sanctions regulations across the Bank's interdiction systems. You will guide junior analysts, coordinate with senior management on true positives, and monitor list updates to support timely regulatory reporting and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, International Relations, Political Science, Criminal Justice, or related field required.
• 3+ years of OFAC sanctions compliance or screening operations, with demonstrated experience handling escalated or complex cases.
• Banking or financial services experience required.
• CAMS or CGSS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escalation review and complex case resolution.
• Coordinate with senior management on true positive matches and required actions.
• Monitor sanctions list updates and rescreen activity for timely compliance.
• Lead or participate in team meetings and trainings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Investigative skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/IR/PSCI/Criminal Justice

Tools

Public records databases

Job description

Pathward, N.A. in the United States is seeking an OFAC Sanctions Screening Analyst II to join our hybrid team.

This role serves as the escalation point for complex OFAC alerts, reviews sensitive cases, and ensures consistent application of sanctions regulations across the Bank's interdiction systems. You will guide junior analysts, coordinate with senior management on true positives, and monitor list updates to support timely regulatory reporting and risk mitigation.