SAR writer

Pyramid Consulting, Inc; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 44,083 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) plan

Paid sick leave

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the Banking Industry is seeking a SAR writer for a 6+ months contract in New Castle, DE. The ideal candidate will document investigations, create Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs), and have a strong understanding of AML regulations. This role offers competitive pay between $32-$34/hr and requires excellent research, writing, and analytical skills. Immediate need for candidates interested in this opportunity.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years’ experience in reviewing customer transactions for suspicious activity.
• Experience in writing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) preferred.
• Knowledge of AML laws such as BSA and USA PATRIOT Act.

Responsibilities

• Document case review findings and prepare case files.
• Conduct research on clients' systems and the Internet for investigations.
• Create Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and recommend actions.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Base pay range: $32.00/hr - $34.00/hr

Immediate need for a talented SAR writer. This is a 06+ Months Contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in New Castle, DE (Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Job ID: 25-78482

Pay Range: $32 - $34/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities

• Document and report case review/investigation findings and prepare case files for review (e.g. media search results, copies of statements/checks, results from internal system searches etc.)


• Conduct research over available clients systems, the Internet and Databases consistent with the resolution of investigations.


• Collect and examine financial statements/transaction data and other documents to assist in identifying unusual transaction patterns


• Follow-up with additional Point(s) of Contact (POC) as needed to identify additional information in support of the case.


• Document all research and analysis conducted in the Case Management System


• Create Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs); and recommend relationship retention or termination; and track account closures as required.


• Liaise with other CRIU units, ACRM, the Business, CSIS, AML Legal, Trade Surveillance, and Law Enforcement, where applicable.

Key Requirements and Technology Experience

• Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent experience.


• 1-5 years’ experience in reviewing customer transactions and information for potentially suspicious activity and performing AML or financial investigations


• Experience in writing and preparing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements preferred.


• CAMS Certification is a plus


• Knowledge of the laws applicable to money laundering, terrorist financing, and other applicable financial/securities related crimes (e.g., insider trading, market manipulation), including the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), The USA PATRIOT Act, US Treasury AML guidelines, OFAC, SEC, FINRA, FRB, FinCEN requirements, and SAR requirements


• General understanding of Senior Public Figures, Money Service Businesses, Wealth Management and Retail Banking preferred as well as compliance with those business segments.


• Excellent organizational, time management, and project management skills.


• Excellent research skills including experience with online search tools.


• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook)


• Strong writing, analytical and communications skills. Must be able to multitask and complete projects on time.


• Strong Attention to detail and follow-up skills


• Should be a self-starter, and organized, and must have the ability to work independently, without supervision.

Our client is a leading Banking Industry and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.

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Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Banking