Strategic AML & Financial Crimes Analyst

originbank; Ruston (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Origin Bank is seeking a Financial Crimes Risk Analyst to ensure compliance with BSA, USA PATRIOT Act and OFAC. You will monitor, investigate, and report suspicious activity related to money laundering and terrorist financing, assess risks across accounts, and prepare SARs in line with FinCEN guidance.

The role requires analyzing complex transaction data, researching root causes of suspicious activity, and coordinating with bank teams to collect necessary documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work on multiple complex projects.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare concise alert and case summaries for SAR filings.
• Analyze transactional data for high-risk activity incl. MSBs, cannabis-related, NBFIs.
• Investigate customer behavior for AML-related activity; determine if SAR likely.
• Collaborate with bank personnel to gather documentation.
• Document complex cases and draft SARs and NO SAR for review.
• Renewal review 90 days after original SAR; decide on refile or close.
• Operate systems and research tools for AML investigations.
• Maintain expertise on AML regulations and typologies.
• Stay updated on policies related to AML.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Job description

Origin Bank is seeking a Financial Crimes Risk Analyst to ensure compliance with BSA, USA PATRIOT Act and OFAC. You will monitor, investigate, and report suspicious activity related to money laundering and terrorist financing, assess risks across accounts, and prepare SARs in line with FinCEN guidance.

The role requires analyzing complex transaction data, researching root causes of suspicious activity, and coordinating with bank teams to collect necessary documentation.