AML Analyst

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking an AML Analyst in Newark, DE. Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Entry-Level AML Analyst to join our Financial Crimes Compliance team. In this role, you will support efforts to detect, prevent, and report potential money laundering, fraud, terrorist financing, and other financial crimes. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates interested in compliance, risk management, and regulatory oversight within the financial services industry. Key Responsibilities:

• AML Analyst will conduct initial reviews and basic investigations on customer transactions, alerts, and activity reports
• Assist with Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reviews, including verifying customer information and identifying potential risks
• Support periodic and event-driven KYC reviews for new and existing clients
• Review transactional data to identify unusual patterns or red flags
• Document findings clearly and accurately in internal case management systems
• As an AML Analyst, you will escalate higher-risk issues to senior analysts or managers for further review
• Assist in preparing Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) drafts and supporting documentation
• Stay current on internal policies, regulatory requirements, and emerging financial crime risks
• Collaborate with compliance, risk, and operations teams to resolve issues and improve processes
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Data Science, Data Analytics, Management Information Systems (MIS), Finance, Business, Criminal Justice, Economics, Political Science, or a related field
• Relevant certifications are a plus, including those related to cryptocurrency
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and other analytical tools
• Ability to interpret data and identify potential risks or anomalies
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
  
  

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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