Senior OFAC Sanctions Screening Analyst

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Pathward is seeking an OFAC Sanctions Screening Analyst II to serve as the primary escalation point for complex sanctions alerts and high‑risk cases. You will review, investigate, and resolve complex matches, coordinate with senior management, and ensure compliance with OFAC requirements across the sanctions program.

You will lead investigations, provide guidance to junior team members, and monitor queues to meet regulatory deadlines, while supporting escalation processes and program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, International Relations, Political Science, Criminal Justice, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in 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
• Conduct advanced investigation of escalated potential matches requiring deeper analysis
• Perform enhanced due diligence research using internal systems, public records, and databases
• Review and approve complex false positive dispositions with proper justification
• Make final determinations on matches and coordinate with BSA Officer and senior management
• Monitor escalation queue to ensure timely resolution
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

OFAC sanctions

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/IR/PolSci/Criminal Justice

CAMS or CGSS certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Public records databases

Job description

Pathward is seeking an OFAC Sanctions Screening Analyst II to serve as the primary escalation point for complex sanctions alerts and high‑risk cases. You will review, investigate, and resolve complex matches, coordinate with senior management, and ensure compliance with OFAC requirements across the sanctions program.

You will lead investigations, provide guidance to junior team members, and monitor queues to meet regulatory deadlines, while supporting escalation processes and program